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Premier duplessis of Quebec bows low as he greets her majesty and tenders greetings on behalf of his province
Premier duplessis of Quebec bows low as he greets her majesty and tenders greetings on behalf of his province

Premier duplessis of Quebec bows low as he greets her majesty and tenders greetings on behalf of his province

Date5/18/1939
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  • Premier duplessis of Quebec bows low as he greets her majesty and tenders greetings on behalf of his province
  • Premier duplessis of Quebec bows low as he greets her majesty and tenders greetings on behalf of his province. This striking picture shows the hands of the Queen and the premier on the point of meeting. She has just stepped from the royal automobile; drawn up outside Chateau Frontenac. The King stands with his back almost to the camera; ready to proceed inside for the banquet given by the province last night.
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Original Toronto Star caption: Premier duplessis of Quebec bows low as he greets her majesty and tenders greetings on behalf of his province. This striking picture shows the hands of the Queen and the premier on the point of meeting. She has just stepped from the royal automobile; drawn up outside Chateau Frontenac. The King stands with his back almost to the camera; ready to proceed inside for the banquet given by the province last night.
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    ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
    CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
    Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
    Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0122570F
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