During the visit, the Queen opened the town's new library.During the visit, the Queen opened the town's new library.
During the visit, the Queen opened the town's new library.

PLATINUM JUBILEE: Check out these 16 fantastic photos of the Queen's 1977 Silver Jubilee visit to Mansfield

The year is 1977, and the Queen is celebrating her Silver Jubilee, which included a trip to Mansfield.

Our Chad photographer was there on the day to capture the visit, where thousands of Mansfield residents waited patiently to see Queen Elizabeth II.

Children presented Her Majesty with flowers and gifts before she officially opened Mansfield's new library.

Have a look through this gallery to see if you can spot any familiar faces in the crowds.

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