Great Exhibition of 1851
Prince Albert took a leading role in the organisation of the Exhibition
GEORGE GREY
5 Jan 1850. George Grey to Prince Albert
5 Jan 1850RC/A/1850/1a
Charter granted by Queen Victoria to the 'Commission for the Promotion of the Exhibition of the Works of Industry of all Nations 1851', on 3 January 1850. Prince Albert was made Chair of the Royal Commission and Commissioners were named in their respective roles.