Newspaper clipping, Argus (newspaper), Queen returns to London, 17/05/1954

Historical information

Shows the excitement of the Queen's return from the Australian Royal Visit in 1954. This was Queen Elizabeth II's first visit to Australia since ascending the throne.

Significance

An example of the interest in the royal family to Australians at this time.

Physical description

Front page of The Argus newspaper May 17 1954. Black and white text, coloured photograph of the Queen 'stepping ashore in Britain for the first time in six monthe'

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