The scene outside the Empire Cinema in 1935. Credit: Gary Stone
Children standing outside Epping’s Empire Cinema in 1935.
The bunting is to celebrate King George V’s Silver Jubilee.
The word ‘jubilee’ first appeared in the Old Testament, referring to a celebration marked every 50 years.
The word has now become closely linked with the reign of monarchs, celebrating their life and service after major milestones.
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