Lewanika
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Lewanika was the Lozi Litunga of Barotseland from 1878 to 1884 and again from 1885 to 1916. A detailed, although biased, description of King 'Lubossi' can be found in the Portuguese explorer Alexandre
Lewanika photographed during his visit to Edinburgh in 1902
Lewanika meeting with French missionaries, c. 1886–87
The coronation of Edward VII and his wife, Alexandra, as king and queen of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions took place at Westminster Abbey, London, on 9 August 1902. Originally scheduled
Lewanika
…a great help to Johnston as he was able to command assistance for Johnston from nearby subordinate chiefs. In 1902, Lewanika visited London for the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, where he was treated with respect and had an audience with King Edward and an informal meeting with the Prince of Wales. When asked what he would…
The King and Queen in their coronation robes
The King and Queen leaving for their coronation from Buckingham Palace
The moment of crowning in the coronation service; painting by Edwin Austin Abbey
The anointing of Queen Alexandra; painting by Laurits Tuxen