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The RSA in conjunction with the Festival of Britain authorities erected nine flagstaffs, flying the Union Jack in Hyde Park to mark the original site of Crystal Palace. The flags were to be unfurled at noon on 3 May at the moment when His Majesty the King declared the Festival of Britain open.\nThe flags and staffs were supplied by Messers. Benjamin Edgington and Messers John Edgington respectively who were responsible for them on the original Crystal Palace in 1851. \nAdministrative correspondence.

The coincidence of the RDI's fifieth birthday celebration with Industry Year 1986 provided a unique opportunity to take a thoughtful look at some of the outstanding achievements of British Designers. \n\nThis booklet is a companion volume to the exhibition held at the Victoria & Albert Museum from 26 November 1986- 1 February 1987. The book includes concise biographies of the RDI's and a selection of 100 revealing illustrations of their work.