Episode 2 of 3
Accession Anniversary Service
- When
- 20 June 1897
- Where
- Windsor Castle
The sixtieth anniversary of Victoria's accession was celebrated on 20 June 1897 with a thanksgiving service at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
Victoria wrote in her journal on this eventful day, praying for God's help and protection as He had done for the sixty long eventful years. The service marked the specific anniversary of her accession on 20 June 1837.
Sources
- Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-02
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