Coronation Procession of King Edward VII: Indian Princes and troops approaching Westminster Abbey, 9 August 1902.
photograph, photograph
Accession Number
NAM.1986-10-10-1
Description
Photograph: Coronation Procession of King Edward VII: Indian Princes and troops approaching Westminster Abbey, 9 August 1902. Photographer: Rotary Photo, London 1902. Forty-four regiments of the Indian Army were represented in the Coronation Procession, the Indian contingent numbering 1000 men. Huge crowds lined the procession route and gave the Indian soldiers a warm welcome.
Events
Coronation of King Edward VII, 1902 (Ceremonial Events 1900-1999)