The Second World War had not long ended when Princess Elizabeth came to Wearside. In fact, she did it twice!
She visited Sunderland Eye Infirmary as well as Laing’s shipyard, named a ship and met lots of local people.
Let’s take a closer look at royal days to remember.
1. A look round the Eye Infirmary
Princess Elizabeth is pictured on her visit to Sunderland Eye Infirmary in April 1946. Photo: SE Sunderland Echo
2. A speech to the dignitaries
The Princess declares the Eye Infirmary open at a ceremony in the main hall. Photo: SE
3. A guard of honour
Nurses form a guard of honour for Princess Elizabeth as she leaves Sunderland Eye Infirmary in April 1946. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Down at the shipyard
Princess Elizabeth is seen leaving the Deptford shipyard of Sir James Laing & Sons. Photo: Sunderland Echo
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