NOT INVITED to the CORONATION! (But this Earl of Sandwich doesn’t mind)
In this Coronation special of American Viscountess at Home - I am joined by my Father-in-Law, John Montagu, the 11th Earl of Sandwich - who shares his memories of Coronation day in 1953 when he was a boy of just 10years old. And we look ahead to the Coronation of King Charles III, seventy years later.
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All of these robes and cornets need to be preserved because they most likely never be worn again. They are such treasures.
thats why its atragedy the king is gutting the ceremony all those poor weasles had to die for nothing now
ermin are weasles and its specifically their winter coat
No not at all. I think William will definitely bring back all the grandeur. Charles has always been more modern of the 60-70's. William grew up with more tradition and when it was considered popular to be more traditional and classic. In fact I think King Charles is going to allow people to wear their tiaras after all. I hope they do.😊
@@MissSilencedogood Extremely and I mean extremely doubtful that William will do such a thing. He has the personality of a rock, if anyone is honest. Charles, out of anyone, would have been the likeliest person to go full 'glam' if you will. He decided not to do it so there is no way that William will. Charles has a huge interest in history, art, culture, historic conservation etc whereas William has idk no real interests that we know of aside from helicopters. He's the last person who would do it.
Won’t be long until Williams perhaps
Why in the world is the Earl of Sandwich not invited? This is one of the more famous earldoms! And he seems very sweet and interesting!
5,00 people were in the abbey in 1954, this time only 2,000, and charles wants all his charities represented, it is going to be more 21st century, more representives to do with the commonwealth as well
It was over 8000 at QE2s Coronation
@@juliaperry2812 All of the nobles should have been present wearing their regalia. Volunteers may be visited and honored throughout the ensuing years. No one knows who they are, nor wants to see them. Downgrade the magic of the monarchy, and you end up like Denmark... 🤷♂️
@@Austin8thGenTexan why do you know who all the aristocracy are , the coronation ceremony goes back to saxon times and is very intricate, the aristocracy are not part of the actual ceremony, Charles rightly so has made it more relevent to the 21st century, he has invited who he wants there it is his coronation, he has involved more people to do with the commonwealth , all other religions will be represented and other cultures as uk is a multi cultural society. Other european royals have their own coronation rituals which are relevent to them, I think you are american your country fought a war of independance from the uk, you did not want our royalty, you did not want our government, remember no taxation without representation, which is fair enough, America took the right course, so as you wanted independance which you got I do not think you can say how a coronation should be done, watch it, but how uk and charles does it is up to the uk and charles
@@juliaperry2812 How do I know? I am the great-grandson of five Plantagenet kings, and two Tudor kings. Charles is my 10th cousin, 2x removed, and we do still care "across the pond". I have been a regular guest of my cousin Jamie Blandford at Blenheim Palace over many years...
It’s awesome to hear The Earl of Sandwich recall his memories.
Honestly I think it is a shame they didn’t invited all the lords. The House of Lords is still part of the Parliament.
Indeed. The colour also really adds life, tradition, and purpose to the coronation (the robes in a sense reminding those who wore them of their great burden weighing on their shoulders)
It is scaled down that is why
@@heatherjoslin8291 yes less is the new more world 🌎 wide ( better optics , understandably )
charles is making it more modern for the 21st century, and he is having people to do with his charities, which is more relevent to his life and the british people, he is bringing in more to do with the commonwealth and other faiths
I support it , every major organization in the world is pivoting and making changes , doing an upgrade , cheers 🥂 for this post helping others understand the changes
I love it when you bring your in-laws to visit and share their history and family stories with us! Thank you! The Earl shared special memories that would have only been shared with family, around the dinner table. Julie, you are a wonderful interviewer, and I appreciate the Earl’s willingness to give us a peek into some of his wonderful memories.
What a intelligent humble man.
Hopefully the economy will be such that at Williams coronation all the robes and splendor can be on full display once more.
I've got that Order of Service!! My grandparents were there in 1937 - he was the Australian Prime Minister at the time. I got a big shock looking at the same object in Julie's hands and recognising it before she even said what it was!
Your grandparents were the Lyons? That’s so fabulous!
@@allysmith2284 Thanks! Well, sort of fabulous.... They had 11 surviving children, and most of those bred quite prolifically (including my mother), so there are literally hundreds of us!
I just LOVE John. He is such a treasure! So sorry he won't be there and wear his coronet. 🙁
It really is a huge shame that the homage isn’t going to be the same as it once was and not seeing all those lovely robes and coronets I still think all the hereditary pears should still get an invitation and garments regardless of going or not it’s been a part of our history for so long we need to keep and uphold our traditions
Earl of Sandwich, thank you for sharing your memories and thoughts with us. Best wishes sir!
As an american and a history nerd I love how Julie is looking into her family there. Also as a history nerd I love her picking her inlaws for stories. I remember as a kid sitting and listening to my grandpas, grandmas, aunts, and uncles for hours talking.
Binge watching backwards after a year going forward. Love your father in law. So down to earth and has such good stories! What great memories for your kids to have years later when they are gone! I love it when you dig in attics! Live old houses, and I love attics with their treasures!!
I love that you have placed the robs and coronets on display! That is just so wonderful.
Oooh! We would have loved to see those coronates and Tiaras being worn . It is literally the only time we could've seen them 😢😢
You’re going to see a sea of bad pant suits instead. Glorious!
Hopefully the Prince of Wales can bring back all the glory of the monarchy when it’s his time.
@@pietro_valente Yes, I agree. Hopefully, Prince William will bring back all of the pomp and pageantry for his coronation. I so wanted to see all of the crimson robes and coronets! I also heard that King Charles has opted not to wear the standard dress of the king consisting of breeches and silk stockings. Instead, he will wear his military uniform...BORING!
Do you really think the British public would be happy if an even larger pile of money was spent on this when they are struggling to pay their bills? I think not
@@nicolawebb6025 Dear they don't need to spend more money 💰 they just need to install some more chairs and print a few more invitations. Nobles already have their robes and coronates ...
Those coronets and robes are impressive.
Spot-on. Not so much with unknown people wearing business suits... 😴
They look all right, but they would've apparently cost about £37,100 on average for the robe and the coronet, and looking at them it's not entirely clear to me where all that money went.
A dying breed that generation is, so sad to see , which makes your father in law that much more special. He’s already a diamond, best of the gems.
Thank you lady hinchingbrooke for showing us some memories from your father in law and i hope that his lordship is well
I remember years ago watching a program on PBS here in the states, maybe 20 years ago now, about the house of lords and it was your father in law. It is always good to hear the Earl speak.
The Earl of Sandwich is wonderful. I enjoy all of your interviews with him.
The Earl is a really humble guy
I am impressed that an American Viscountess host such a show with approval and not scorn. Refreshing. Nice job Ma'am.
No such thing as an American Viscountess. This person holds a courtesy title being married to the future Earl of Sandwich, who is a citizen of the United Kingdom.
@@ds1868 Jesus! Ok, Moltedor, she is 'American.' Big deal. Nice lady, seemngly unpretentious (like some), but entertaining and informative. Good job Ma'am, disregard critics.
Your father in law is such a lovely man....a real sign of class not boasting about anything.....beautiful man.....he is a typical example of a person who was lucky in life but is humble and lovely in his ancestry.....
I would love to see some of Alberta's gowns from the family collection! You should have one of them reproduced so that you can wear it, and have it on display near her portrait (and not endanger the original)!
I think it’s a big mistake that Charles didn’t invite the peerage, and especially, the entire Parliament, by and through whose permission, as representatives of the people, he serves as sovereign. The list of groups to be invited should be in the control of the Parliament, this is not a private ceremony, but a government one. Charles should have a limited numbers of tickets for others he wishes to include. It might be popular to invite one’s cobbler, grocer, dry-cleaner, etc., but that really isn’t the point of the coronation. Parliament represents the community of the realm, through election. If I were a member of Parliament, I would protest this, this is not a private dinner party!
In all fairness to King Charles it has been reported that the Government had a big say in the guest list. I will be sad to not see the peers as long as the seats are going to people who are making a difference in communities like charity workers.
Actually, though Parliament in 1701 settled the succession to the throne upon the Electress Sophia of Hanover and her legitimate bodily heirs (of whom the present King is the latest), the Sovereign theoretically still reigns by divine right. This is the religious significance of the anointment at the coronation, understood as the Sovereign being anointed by God.
I am surprised the Lord of Sandwich did not receive an invitation to the coronation.
I am American ,but I would to watch it .History in the making of a king .
The sweetest man alive. I always love when he comes on and shares his memories. You should suit him up and take a beautiful photograph of him on the day relaxing in front of the television!
By a grandfather on one side of my family and a grandmother on the other I am of half English heritage. One side can trace the lineage from 1066 A.D. and William the Conquerer to the present day, and this coronation will be my only chance to see one. Previously, I watched the royal weddings of Charles and Diana, (I stayed up all that dreadful night of Princess Diana's car crash and subsequent death in Paris) Charles and Camila's wedding as well as Princess Andrew and Edward and now their progeny, in addition to the passing of Princess Margaret, Elizabeth the Queen Mother, and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. While I know she did not partake in the luncheon herself, I am making the very British Coronation Chicken recipe and rice salad to celebrate King Charles III. Thank you for being our eyes and ears Viscountess.
Beautiful Story,Love listen to your Father in law... talking about coronation
I love listening to you speak. You’re American but you speak Britishly, and it is delightful to my American ears to hear the melding of two accents. ❤
Julie, how wonderful that you are finding all of these mementos that are making your family so happy!
I'm an American living in New Hampshire and will be waking before dawn to watch. I have deep and ancient roots in England on my paternal grandmother's side, which totally explains why I'm such an anglophile! I'm making scones and will make a quiche for our lunch, just not the Coronation quiche. Beans in a quiche are just a bridge too far.
😂😂😂👍
Whoever came up with that recipe? I will stick with Coronation Chicken.
American here, living in Michigan. My ties to England run deep on my father's side. My maiden name is Asbury. Which explains why when living in New England, and spending time in England, I feel as if I've always lived there. Very strange. I'll be catching the Coronation the evening after it's happened. Look forward to it 🇺🇲🇬🇧👍❤️
I am ordering a quiche Lorraine. Nothing beany. And using my china and silver. Fun and funny. I loved Queen Elizabeth.
Also American… my beloved d-day hero grandfather was born in Bideford… he would probably roll in his grave if I put beans in my Quiche 😂😂😂
Fantastic interview. You know, oral histories like these are so important, not only to humanity, but to family and our personal traditions. Interviews like these should be done by everyone's family, noble or not. It becomes a treasure for future generations to learn who and what they are.
What a treat to see the exquisite robe and the coronets. Thx for sharing them with us. Can't wait for the coronation. Will be getting up early here in the US
My husband were introduced to the Earl of Sandwich by friends a few years ago. A lovely man who was genuinely interested in us. It was a pleasure to cross paths ❤
I loved hearing his memories of the 1953 coronation. The impressions of a 10-year-old are so much different, and not jaded by the pomp! Bringing out the 1936 program was a terrific memory trigger! So funny how he said he just kept talking when he met the Queen later! Keep recording his memories! They are valuable, and we love hearing them. Luke is so lucky to be able to have these. Perhaps in future, sit on higher chairs? He's is so tall, and he's deep in that soft cushion! But what a nice man!
Nutti 2You I was 4 and I remember it, I remember sitting on the floor with my sister in a darkened room to watch it on tv, with a gathering of adults on chairs behind us, but I know I was bored, not really understanding it. Our parents took us to see the colour film of the coronation which came out some time later and I remember that. I still have my mug all children had one, my coronation coin and book about the coronation
@@juliaperry2812 Age 4 is definitely pretty young to grasp the importance! However you do remember watching, so it made an impression, even if you didn't quite understand why. Plus you've saved the souvenirs! That's great!
@@nutti2you380 thank you, it was probably the first time I had seen tv so that is probably why I remember it, like Charles and his memories he was taken to the abbey for about 20 mins to see the crowning and his gran [the queen mother] he remembers her whispering to him try to remember this, his memories are more about his mum getting used to wearing the crown at home, coming up to help bath him with the crown on etc, Anne also has memories even though she was 2 nearly 3, she remembers charles going off to the abbey and she wasn't allowed to, she also once said she remembers being told to keep her dress clean, they have over years been asked in interviews their memories, the queen and margaret were interviewed and their memories recorded of their parents coronation. The queen wrote in her diary about the day in 1936, about what the abbey looked etc, and how wonderful her parents looked,
Agree! Such a nice man!
How lovely to capture and share these cherished family memories with your audience and fans. So kind of you and your father in law to bring this history to life! A sincere thanks! K
I was disappointed when I learned that most of the peers would not be attending, nor would robes be worn and there would be no moment when all the peers placed their coronets on their heads. I watched the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on a 9" television set back in 1953. I was four years old and it made an impression on me; at least the music and the costumes did. I doubt if I really understood what was going on. We had to travel to a cousin's home to see our first ever television set. This was in Harvey, Illinois. ( I say this for Julie) I do realize that for health and safety reasons, having 8000 people in Westminster Abbey is not permissible, but still...I think the peers should have a party where they can wear their robes and coronets and celebrate. I know this is very unlikely.
It’s a pleasure to see and hear Luke’s dad speaking. I find him so interesting, and humble with a great take on modern day society. For someone who has had many birthdays he’s very ‘modern’ with a great understanding of the 21st century and the issues affecting people nowadays
I believe that Queen Elizabeth II was highly anointed❤
She was indeed, at her coronation in 1953. The anointing of the Sovereign is held to be the most sacred moment of the ceremony.
The Earl should’ve been invited, he was a previous invitee and also his ancestors help the crown! Also it was sad to see only one duke with his ceremonial robes and coronet, yes king wanted a scaled down ceremony but peers are part of the history of the country
What a dear man, your Father-in-law!!! What a precious time!! Loved it when he mentioned his memory of the choir/singers singing Zadok the Priest! (Loved the background music too!!!!!🎼🎶). Thank you for sharing this!!
If I'm honest, I've always wondered how the inevitable masses of manure were dealt with, and by whom. Many thanks to the Earl for sharing his memories once again with us!
Julie, Please if you have any of these items on display have them behind UV protective glass. It will protect them.
We can only hope things are set right in future coronations. I EXPECTED you guys to be invited, or at least his parents.
Your father-in-law seems a lovely man.
It is a shame Julie that your family is not invited. The Earl should be invited and his family!!
Huge fan of the earl of sandwich! I did not ever know it was raining on the queen’s coronation day. That fact is awesome to know. It is a shame that after all these years he didn’t get to where the coronation robe and go I’m a little let down with the king
He could have had a portrait done wearing it regardless. Other peers have done so. I imagine, though, for Lord Sandwich, dressing up in robes has been the last thing on his mind. It wasn't long ago that aristocracy and the peerage was really under fire and reforms etc happened.
They definitely need to go to a professional to be repaired and cared for. The crowns need to go to a jeweler with experience and the Robe should go IMMEDIATELY to a furrier and a restorer afterwards. The fur is the most delicate part that needs to most work to be preserved. Please do your best to get them to professionals before displaying them and please keep them away from intense heat and sunlight. ❤ thanks for sharing.
I cannot believe a family like yours who has done such great things for the crown. You have represented the aristocracy so well, 1000 times better than the current monarchy, and you were not invited!? I am amaze, it is sad. They even invited a communist group from Cuba, who have said horrible things about the country and the crown. In my opinion, you are a wonderful family, and deserve the recognition. But you have the people’s love and support, always. Thank you, Julie for this video.
AS A HUGE HISTORY FANATIC (ESPECIALLY EVERYTHING ROYAL, GOD FORGIVES ME ,BUT MINUS DUKE &THAT ONES WIFE OF SUSSEX!) I LOVE ❤️ THIS ❤🎉
So happy you found the family coronation regalia! It is beautiful and I can’t wait to see how you display it. It will be brilliant, I’m sure!
The Countess would have worn a tiara to the coronation and she would have placed her coronet on her head simultaneously with all of the peers and peeresses when the monarch was crowned. As I understand it, the peeresses’ coronets were small so that they could tuck behind their tiaras. I’m a brand new subscriber so I’m not sure if you’ve ever discussed or shown the family tiara(s). Many peers were photographed in their coronation finery. Perhaps there are such pictures of your father-in-law’s parents or grandparents. All the best from Canada!
The reduction of peers at the Coronation is only acceptable if there are very limited MPs too.
I could just sit and listen for hours to all of the stories, sights, events, etc. he could tell. BTW, Julie I Love that dress!
I would love to see Julie trying the Countess's little coronet!! I enjoy so much watching this channel's content!! Cheers from Argentina!!
That is the coolest thing tracing back the history. You should store those ropes in glass with tissue paper as well as the crowns.
Your Husband is very much his Father's Son. Your channel is wonderful, it cannot be easy running the estate and creating so much content, it is much appreciated by so many viewers I am sure.
Julie How Exciting to find the coronation robes and coronets!!! Absolutely loved hearing your father-in-law speak about his memories of the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth!!!
What fun to hear of the Coronation told from the eyes of a 10 year old! Thank you for sharing stories, history, treasures and most of all your enthusiasm and appreciation of your families history.
I love hearing personal accounts of historic events. Thank you both for sharing.
Wow I found this episode very interesting and fun to watch! Love it… ❤
Mapprton looks exceptionally lovely. Wonderful to hear the Earl recounting his memories of the 1953 coronation, and his anecdote on meeting the Queen. He has a wealth of rich stories to share, please have him back again for another trip down memory lane.
Your father-in-law is an interesting interviewee, and you are an excellent interviewer - I enjoyed this thoroughly...and he is quite a dapper gentleman!
Hi Julie, This is fantastic, did you find the Countess robe and gown? What about the coronets for the Viscount and Viscountess? This is so much fun to see!
Yes, most likely there will be more.
This is simply fabulous...just wow
Fascinating memories shared by the Earl.
What a lovely episode ❤! I enjoyed hearing John talk about his memories of Queen Elizabeth's coronation! It would have been nice if all if you would've been invited but I understand wanting a slimmed down monarchy. Im looking forward to seeing you Julie commentating and it will be something definitely to remember ❤🎉! I love your current dress you have one! Lovely! Please buy a large glass case to display the robe and coronets in! Im sure you're visitors would love seeing them!!!!❤🎉😊
The film footage of the coronation procession clearly shows the pouring rain. It is so wonderful to hear the Earl of Sandwich share his memories!
That is way cool! Glad you found them.
The fact that there were American celebrities invited but not Lords who have a historically significant role in British society just baffles me...and I'm American. This coronation should have focused solely on British tradition.
I think it would be so wonderful if there could be a Digital Mapperton Library! Imagine all the books that have been kept through the ages by the family! Also a museum in Mapperton housing the special robes, coronets, tiaras, and family heirlooms would be a good attraction and special place to keep everything in.
Thank you, Mr. Montegue!
I adore your channel! It's like stepping back in time in a world of Jane Austin and the Brontes. Thank you for sharing your life with us! Very generous, gracious, and hospitable of you.
Thank you for finding and sharing the robes and coronets. This was fascinating. The story the Earl shared about the paper procession was charming!
What a classy, Humble and all around Good people you are. May Jesus continue to Bless your family ❤
A couple of years ago I saw a documentary on the last Dukes, probably on KZhead. There was a company in London which manufactured and stored the robes. Roof or robes? I’d pay for the roof. It’s an exciting find. Now you need to have them restored and in a glass showcase. Julie you look especially glamorous today.
This is a wonderful episode. Awesome memories and history. You are so blessed. P.S. Totally hooked on your channels. Cain't get enough. ❤
It’s splendid for his family and all of us that Earl of Sandwich still has most of his marbles. He can recall a number of old memories and details. The robe and the crown are beautiful but most of all valuable with so much history attached to it. I mean we are talking about the Great Britain. 🙏🙏🙏🙏😊😊😊😊😊😊 Thank you for sharing, Earl of Sandwich. 💕🇬🇧
Oh my good, I watched Queen Elizabeths Coronation I’m sure your father- in -laws ancestor, had a part to play in the Coronation as I saw the same crowns & robes worn by Viscounts,Earls & Lords stood at the back of the Queen ! all looking alike !
My first time visiting your channel and it was such a delight to hear the stories from your Father-in Law. Please tell him thank you it was very enjoyable hearing from him.
Julie, please let us know your commentator schedule and where we can possibly watch us live!!! Hopefully some will be broadcast on some TV station/KZhead channel I can access!!!
❤❤❤❤Julie and the Earl!!!
JULIE, Your enthusiasm and dedication are joyful to behold!!!❤
I’m glad I came across this channel by pure chance. Very interesting and most unusual, considering how private the British aristocrats tend to be. It’s an honor to be a virtual guest at such a historic home.
Oh. My. GOSH!!! Fabulous find after searching the home! Love your interview and all the rich history it summoned. ❤
1) There are 189 living Earls, they aren't all invited why? 2) The Montagu's are a part of the history of restoring the throne, the Earl is not invited why?
Because Charles has decided it should all be scaled down, as the UK is in the middle of a cost of living crisis.
You'd think it'd be automatic with their history of the earldom being created due to the return of King Charles II, by the 1st Earl! Without this, would there be a Charles III?
@@nutti2you380 True, but I guess all the Aristocracy got their titles from doing a Sovereign a favour over the centuries, so they 'd think they all had a right to be there . ! Charles is very conscious of the fact that lots of people are going through a very tough time at the moment, so doesn't want his Coronation to be too ostentatious.
@@lyndarichardson4744 True enough that many titles were given due to favors, but not all with such a direct connection. My guess, many invitees would decline to attend. Scaled down, I get. But this is a big deal. It's been 70 years since the last one, and we can't know, but it'll possibly be 20 years, or more, until the next one (provided there are no other changes!). You got me thinking, now I wonder if the media companies are paying to air this.
@@nutti2you380 I think they probably are paying. There was a ballot and all the peers could put their names forward to be picked. In 1953 the Coronation was much bigger, there were 8,000 in the Abbey, despite Britain being poor after WW2. However the country was more pro monarchy. Today, there's a small but very vocal anti monarchy group, who've made their views known on social media. There's also those who blame Charles & Camilla for the break up of Charles first marriage, though I think this is unfair, Diana was equally at fault. For all these reasons, I think Charles has decided this occasion should be more scaled back .
Fantastic interview...and discovery! thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much for sharing with us.
Just wonderful, thanks.
This was a fantastic video! Thank you for sharing this with us!
These are some amazing recollections ❤ thank you 👏🏻
Fabulous!! How special ❤❤❤❤
Your father in law was fabulous on To Tell The Truth episode.
This was amazing and I enjoyed all the details!
So interesting, thanks for the great discussion.
Wonderful information ❤❤❤
what wonderful memories!!
Thank you so much for sharing. I love History and hear your father-in-laws memories is wonderful.