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PROCESSION IN CLAREMONT 1920' S

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1920

Overview

The crowd almost obscures procession of cars. People in coats, hats and many under umbrellas are on both sides of the road surrounding the cars. Australian flags are being flown from poles and several men are standing above the crowd holding onto a flagpole. In the background, a large stone house is partly obscured by trees. a). looking towards Durack Home and Fremantle. b). Close detail, George Lucas and his Father are in foreground.

Historical information

This photo is believed to be taken when the Duke of York visited Western Austtralia in 1927. The procession is entering Municipality of Claremont at Fire Station Hill near Parry Street with Durack home in background.

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cwa-org-28--98-274-a,b

Year

1920

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