Duke of Connaught saluting the new king, George V

King Edward VII's brother saluting the new king. King George V greeted as Sovereign by his uncle, the Duke of Connaught, on his arrival at Victoria Station in London. The new king was there to greet the Duke, the Duchess and Princess Patricia when they arrived at Victoria Station. The Duke made a genuflection to the new Sovereign and kissed his hand. Both men and women meeting their Sovereign for the first time immediately after the Accession kneel, and kiss hands

Aug22 Connaught Custom Genuflection Greeted Kissed Respect Saluting Sovereign Viis

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