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Franco-British Exhibition - Marianne, England and Britannia
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Franco-British Exhibition - Marianne, England and Britannia
Franco-British Exhibition, London, 1908 - Marianne, A personification of England (a Medieval Queen) and Britannia meet below their respective flags and convey the all-pervading sense of unifying entente cordiale Date: 1908
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Archetypes Britannia Cordiale Entente Joining Joint Marianne Nations Personification Personifications Purpose Togetherness Unity Unifying
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This photograph captures the historic moment of unity between Marianne, the personification of England as a medieval queen, and Britannia, the embodiment of Great Britain, during the Franco-British Exhibition held in London in 1908. The exhibition, a symbol of the entente cordiale or "cordial understanding" between France and Britain, aimed to promote trade, industry, and cultural exchange between the two nations. Marianne and Britannia, both proudly displayed below their respective flags, convey the all-pervading sense of unifying friendship and joint purpose that characterized the event. The white city of the exhibition, with its grand architecture and vibrant atmosphere, serves as the perfect backdrop for this iconic meeting. The entente cordiale was a significant turning point in the relationship between France and Britain, following years of tension and conflict. This postcard image, with its depiction of two powerful national archetypes coming together, is a testament to the historical significance of the event and the spirit of cooperation that it represented. It is important to note that this photograph does not depict the Franco-British Exhibition as a commercial venture, but rather as a symbolic gathering of two great nations. The Irish question, which was a major point of contention between France and Britain at the time, is also absent from this image, further emphasizing the unifying theme of the exhibition. Overall, this photograph is a powerful reminder of the importance of diplomacy, unity, and the shared history of these two nations.
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