Buckingham Palace, London 1971
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A 1970s colour photo of a grey Leyland lorry with a distinctive Homalloy cab driving past Buckingham Palace during the latter half of the 20th century. The vehicle, operated by the Department of the Environment, is marked with “Building Exhibition” posters on its dark side panels as it traverses the red-surfaced road near the Victoria Memorial. In the foreground, two Foot Guards in scarlet tunics and bearskin hats march in formation, while a large crowd of spectators in period attire—including mini-dresses and trench coats—lines the pavement in the background. The scene, captured in 1971, juxtaposes the functional, mid-century design of British commercial transport with the enduring ceremonial traditions of the royal household. This area has long been a focal point for both state pageantry and the daily movement of government services through the heart of the capital.
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