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Kings and Queens: a family tree - National Portrait Gallery
WEBFollow the family tree of the Kings and Queens of England, from 871 to the present day. The origins of kingship in England can be traced to the second century BC when Celtic and Belgic tribesmen, emigrated from continental Europe and settled in Britain displacing or absorbing the aboriginal inhabitants. The settlers established a number of ...
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WEBThe Gallery is free to everyone. There is a charge for some exhibitions. Advanced free booking is recommended to guarantee entry and receive updates before your visit. Book now. Open daily: 10.30 – 18.00. Friday & Saturday: 10.30 – 21.00. See our full list of opening times. The Gallery will begin closing ten minutes before the stated ...
Queen Elizabeth II - Person - National Portrait Gallery
WEBQueen Elizabeth II. (1926-2022), Reigned 1952-2022. Sitter associated with 974 portraits. Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-serving British monarch in history. Her devotion to the duty and public service was renowned and she ruled through a period of enormous social change and technological transformation. Her coronation in 1953 was the first ...
Explore our Collection - National Portrait Gallery
WEBDiscover people and portraits from our extensive Collection. The Gallery is home to the most extensive collection of portraits in the world. Search over 220,000 works, from the 8th century to the present day. Explore:
King George V - Person - National Portrait Gallery
WEBAug 9, 2015 · Reigned 1910-36 As the second son of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, George V had not expected to ascend to the throne. He enjoyed a long and successful career in the Navy before his accession in 1910. George V was the first monarch of the House of Windsor, a name chosen for the Royal Family during the First World War as a more British alternative to the family’s original Germanic name ...
Florence Nightingale - Person - National Portrait Gallery
WEBReformer of hospital nursing and of the Army Medical Services Florence Nightingale became a national hero for her work which reformed hospital nursing and healthcare during the 19th Century. She trained as a sick nurse and was invited to take nurses out to tend the wounded during the Crimean War (1853–1856). She travelled to Scutari, a suburb of Constantinople (modern day Istanbul), where ...
What’s on - National Portrait Gallery
WEB2 days ago · Portrait of a Top Boy. We teamed up with Netflix to mark the final season of Top Boy.Featuring portraits of the iconic cast of characters by 16 established and emerging UK-based artists, this online display, curated by multi-disciplinary artist Ronan McKenzie, celebrates the show’s lasting impact on our cultural industries.
King Henry VIII - Person - National Portrait Gallery
WEBKing Henry VIII. (1491-1547), Reigned 1509-47. Sitter associated with 99 portraits. Henry VIII succeeded his father Henry VII to the throne in 1509. He is well known for his six marriages, and for ordering the dissolution of religious houses which took place between 1535-39. Aided by his ministers, Cardinal Wolsey and Thomas Cromwell, his reign ...
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex - Person - National Portrait Gallery
WEBWife of Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex; actor; author Rachel Meghan Markle was born in Los Angeles, California. She graduated with a double major in theatre and international studies from Northwestern University in Illinois where she also began acting. As well as having a successful career in American television, she also became involved in charity work involving women’s rights and social justice.