Historic Ceremony Coronation of Elizabeth II
Historic Ceremony Coronation of Elizabeth II
Dull in contrast and imagery In the hush of Westminster Abbey's vastness peers and peeresses in scarlet ceremonial robes witness the supreme moment, when, after being anointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Queen has placed on her head the Crown of St. Edward. She is then enthroned. All the pageantry originated since the day of William the Conqueror and the subsequent days of feudal chivalry enter into the ceremony. LS - Elizabeth II enters the Abby. MLS - Ladies in waiting escort Elizabeth to the chair so she can be seated and arrange her train to her gown. MCUS - The Archbishop of Canterbury administers the oath of a Queen to Elizabeth. MLS - The Archbishop of Canterbury places the heavy crown on Elizabeth's head. MLS - Rising from King Edwards chair Elizabeth is escorted to the thrown and seated. MLS - First one to take his vows to the Queen, is her husband, Philip.