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Opening of Coryton Refinery JLP01_08_021310
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Opening of Coryton Refinery JLP01_08_021310
CORYTON OIL REFINERY, THURROCK, ESSEX. A view of HM Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother and dignitaries at an exhibition stand at Coryton Oil Refinery, taken on the day the refinery was ceremonially opened.
Coryton Oil Refinery was ceremonially opened on Thursday 27th May 1954 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. The Queen Mother sailed from Tower Bridge Pier in the Port of London Authoritys steam launch, St Katharine. After arriving at Coryton and having a tour of the refinery, a commemorative bronze tablet was unveiled in the Cafeteria Building
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© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1950s Engineering Event Industry Oil Refinery Royalty
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This print captures a momentous occasion in British history - the opening of Coryton Oil Refinery on May 27th, 1954. In this remarkable image, we see Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother alongside esteemed dignitaries at an exhibition stand within the refinery. The significance of this event is palpable as it symbolizes not only the growth and development of the oil industry but also highlights the importance of engineering and industry during that era. The refinery itself stands tall in Thurrock, Essex, representing progress and innovation. As part of her visit to Coryton Oil Refinery, Queen Elizabeth embarked on a majestic journey from Tower Bridge Pier aboard St Katharine, a steam launch owned by the Port of London Authority. Upon arrival at Coryton, she was given an exclusive tour before participating in an unveiling ceremony for a commemorative bronze tablet located in the Cafeteria Building. This photograph serves as a timeless reminder of royalty gracing such significant events and celebrating achievements within various sectors. It showcases both historical value and cultural importance while shedding light on Britain's industrial prowess during the 1950s. Captured by A© Historic England Archive, this print immortalizes not just an opening ceremony but also represents unity between tradition and progress as embodied by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's presence amidst technological advancements in refining crude oil into valuable products.
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