Her Royal Highness, Princess Margaret, represented Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
at Jamaica’s Independence Celebrations. Princess Margaret, on her historic
mission, officiated the ceremonies that made Jamaica the first independent state
in the Western Hemisphere during the 20th century. She was
accompanied by her husband the Earl of Snowdon and the Royal Party.
See photo gallery below.
Civic Reception for Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret
Evon Blake being presented to Her Royal Highness at her reception at Kings House
Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret dancing with Prime Minister Bustamante at the State Ball held at the Sheraton Hotel in Kingston
Her Royal Highness opening the First Session of Parliament
Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret and the Earl of Snowdon descend the balcony stairs for the Governor General’s reception at Kings House
The State Banquet held at the Sheraton Hotel on August 7, 1962
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Civic Reception for Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret
