Episode 3 of 4
King's Birthday Pageant
- When
- 12 August 1822
- Where
- Edinburgh
The first pageant occurred on the King's 60th birthday, August 12, 1822. Edinburgh was filled with visitors enjoying illuminations and torchlight processions.
The first of Scott's pageants took place on Monday, 12 August 1822, the King's 60th birthday. Edinburgh was full of visitors who enjoyed 'illuminations' on public buildings. They were escorted to rest around midnight by boys carrying flaming torches.
Sources
- Visit of George IV to Scotland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-18
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