KING GEORGE v1 AND QUEEN ELIZABETH.

It was at the end of their 1939 visit to Canada and Newfoundland. They are shown here on the deck of the Maneco, Portugal Cove, waiting to be transported to their yacht anchored in the bay. I was only 12 years old but I remember it in every detail, maybe because it was one of those few times when my dad took a day off work. We all arrived in Portugal Cove to witness the event.

It was a lousy day, rdf. I recall that after the royal couple boarded the Maneco, some of the locals turned up with axes to chop their foot-prints from the wharf planks.

Only a short time later did they prove the worthiness of the affection that was poured upon them. During the height of the blitz, they remained in London rather than seek refuge in some more secure place.

In every respect , they were true role models. How times have changed!! Royalty, rather than being an inspiration, have become an embarrassment.