Duke and Duchess of Connaught leave for South Africa
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Duke and Duchess of Connaught leave for South Africa
Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn (1850-1942), and his wife, Princess Louise Margaret of Prussia (Louise Margaret Alexandra Victoria Agnes), Duchess of Connaught and Strathearn (1860-1917), departing for South Africa, where the Duke will open the first parliament of the newly formed union, and in Johannesburg on 30 November lay a commemorative stone at the Rand Regiments Memorial, dedicated to the British soldiers who died during the Second Boer War
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This evocative photograph captures the Duke and Duchess of Connaught, Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn (1850-1942), and Princess Louise Margaret of Prussia, Duchess of Connaught and Strathearn, née Princess Louise Margaret Alexandra Victoria Agnes of Prussia (1860-1917), as they prepare to embark on their journey to South Africa. The royal couple, dressed in their formal uniforms, are seen boarding a train at a bustling railway station, ready to commence their official duties. In November 1910, the Duke was appointed to open the first parliament of the newly formed Union of South Africa. Upon their arrival, they were welcomed with great fanfare, and on the 30th of November, the Duke laid a commemorative stone at the Rand Regiments Memorial in Johannesburg. This memorial was dedicated to the British soldiers who had tragically lost their lives during the Second Boer War. The Duke and Duchess's visit was significant, as they represented the British monarchy and the connection between the mother country and its colonies. Their journey was an important moment in South African history, marking the beginning of a new era for the country. The Duke and Duchess's departure from their homeland was a poignant moment, as they bid farewell to their family and embarked on their duty-bound journey across the continent. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of this event and the important role the royal family played in shaping the political landscape of South Africa during this period.
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