At a time when the United Kingdom is celebrating the 60 year reign of Elizabeth II, Michel Martineau has published some little known photos of the Royal Family's visit to St Helena in 1947.
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth were accompanied by their two daughters, Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret.
Having looked round a dilapidated Longwood House almost destroyed by termites, the King signed the visitors book and expressed his concern at its perilous state and his hope that the French Government would take the necessary steps to restore the historic house.
On his return to England the King called in the French Ambassador and again expressed his hope that the French Government would urgently begin restoration of the house.
