1970 Press Photo State Opening Of Parliament,House of Lord's

State Opening Of Parliament Black Rod Summons To The Commons. Photo shows The ancient ceremony of Black Rod, an officer of the House of Lords, standing before the Mace and addressing the Speaker, to summon the Commons to the Chamber of the House of Lord's for the Queen's Speech, took place this morning, for the State Opening of Parliament.

Photo measures 10 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 7-2-1970.



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