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A Sketch of how "The Diamond Anthem" was Sung around the World The 60th Anniversary of the Accession Day of Her Majesty Queen Victoria

By Barlow Cumberland

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Experience a historical event where the world joined voices, singing in unison to honor their Queen.

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2015-05-23
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"A Sketch of how 'The Diamond Anthem' was Sung around the World" by Barlow Cumberland is a recounting of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897, which shows the British Empire's widespread togetherness and faithfulness. The narrative shows in detail the planning and carrying out of a never-before-seen simultaneous singing of the National Anthem that began at Windsor Castle and traveled to British lands across the world. Cumberland uses firsthand reports and letters to show the wide participation, showing the shared loyalty from Fiji to Canada of the members of the Empire. The book stands as proof of the people's commitment to celebrating a big milestone in royal history.

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