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George VI and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon bronze plaque

Commemorative plaque
George VI and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon bronze plaque
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Kingsway received its name to commemorate the coronation visit of George VI and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon on 28th July 1937. The bronze plaque still carries that date, preserving the moment a royal journey became a local landmark.
This bronze commemorative plaque records: Kingsway named to commemorate the coronation visit of King George VI. and Queen Elizabeth 28th July 1937.
King George VI of the United Kingdom reigned from 1936 to 1952, leading Britain through World War II, and Queen Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon was his supportive consort, known for her steadfastness during the war.

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