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The Festival of Britain opens – archive, May 1951

The king declares the festival ‘a symbol of Britain’s abiding courage and vitality’ and crowds brave the rain for a glimpse of the future

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Southbank Centre Apr 30, 2026 The Festival of Britain opens – archive, May 1951 The king declares the festival ‘a symbol of Britain’s abiding courage and vitality’ and crowds brave the rain for a glimpse of the futureFrom our London staff 4 May 1951 Continue reading...

The Festival of Britain opens – archive, May 1951

The king declares the festival ‘a symbol of Britain’s abiding courage and vitality’ and crowds brave the rain for a glimpse of the futureFrom our London staff 4 May 1951 Continue reading...

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