Stereoscopic view of "Fort Victoria 1842", a decorative arch modelled on Fort Victoria, erected for visit of the Governor General, the Marquess of Lorne, 1882. Richard Maynard. BCA I-51980.

Royal Arches

People from a wide range of national and cultural backgrounds have enthusiastically embraced their chance to celebrate and welcome the royals. Elaborate arches were constructed in the towns and cities along the tour routes and bore bearing banners proclaiming slogans like “God Save the Queen”, “Loyal Hearts, English Homes”, and “Dominion Forever”.

Royal Arches