Photographic Print : Winston Churchill in folk parade
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Winston Churchill in folk parade
Winston Churchill riding on a carriage in a folk or mummers parade of some sort, a custom in some English towns. Date: C.1930s
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Media ID 14236087
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Blackface Churchill Custom Folk Mummers Parade Rustic Winston
10"x8" Photo Print
Capture the historic charm of Winston Churchill in an extraordinary moment with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online depicts Churchill riding in a folk parade, a cherished English tradition from the 1930s. Add this unique print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. Rights Managed.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.7cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a unique moment in history as Sir Winston Churchill, the renowned British statesman, participates in a folk parade during the 1930s in England. Churchill, dressed in a heavy winter coat and hat, sits regally in an open carriage, waving to the cheering crowd. The scene is reminiscent of traditional English customs such as mumming or wassailing, where community members would travel from house to house, performing plays and singing songs in exchange for food and drink. The rustic and rural atmosphere of the parade is further emphasized by the use of blackface makeup on some of the participants, a customary part of these folk traditions that was common in England until the mid-20th century. The carriage is pulled by horses, adding to the sense of tradition and nostalgia. Despite the political and social upheavals of the 1930s, this photograph shows that even in the most challenging of times, the English people held on to their customs and traditions. Churchill's presence in the parade underscores the importance of community and the enduring power of tradition to bring people together. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a rare insight into the everyday life of rural England during the interwar period. It is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape the country today.
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