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George IV
George IV's coronation in the Abbey in 1821 was a pageant that cost £230,000. A crown containing over 12,000 diamonds was specially made.
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George V
King George V was crowned in Westminster Abbey on 22nd June 1911. He supported proposals for the burial of the Unknown Warrior in the Abbey.
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George VI
The coronation of George VI and Queen Elizabeth was held at Westminster Abbey on 12th May 1937. They married at the Abbey on 26th April 1923.
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George III
George III and Queen Charlotte were crowned in the Abbey on 22nd September 1761. The ceremony was long and they were not crowned until 3.30pm.
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George I
George I was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 20th October 1714. He could not speak much English and the ceremonies were mostly conducted in Latin.
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George II and Caroline
George II and Queen Caroline were crowned in the Abbey on 11th October 1727. They are buried next to each other in the Lady Chapel.
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George, Charles & Stratford Canning
Politician and Statesman
In the north transept are three statues commemorating George Canning, Prime Minister, his son Charles John, Earl Canning, and George’s cousin Stratford Canning.
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George Granville Bradley
Dean and Writer
George Granville Bradley, Dean of Westminster, is buried in the south aisle of the nave of Westminster Abbey. A brass covers his grave.
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George Frederic Handel
Musician and Composer
George Frederic Handel, famous composer, is buried in the south transept. He wrote four anthems for the coronation of George II including 'Zadok the Priest'.
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St George, martyr, patron of England, c 303
At various times of the year, we fly the flags of Commonwealth nations, St Peter, the National Saints, the RAF, and the Royal Standard.
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Coronation Theatre
Find out how a highly decorated manuscript from the 14th century has guided the understanding of coronation services at Westminster Abbey.
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Coronation Theatre
Find out more about the practical purpose and historical significance of orders of service for coronations.
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Coronation Theatre
Understand the essential role that a small vessel and a spoon play in the most important part of the coronation service.
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Coronation Theatre
Discover more about the objects presented to the monarch during the coronation service and find out what each one represents.
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Coronation Theatre
Uncover the history behind a chair that has taken centre stage in coronations for over 700 years.
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Coronation Theatre
Uncover the role and significance of traditional and commissioned music within coronations throughout history.
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The Coronation Chair
Find out more about the history of coronations at Westminster Abbey and explore a range of videos, events, articles and more.
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Coronation Day
The Abbey bells can usually be heard before services and in celebration of church festivals and royal occasions.
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Coronation Chair
Discover more about the space within Westminster Abbey where coronations have taken place for hundreds of years.
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George Wylde
Politician
George Wylde, politician is buried in the north ambulatory, near the entrance to St Paul's chapel. The stone is rather damaged and has been re-cut.