Number 1 Songs in 1902 — UK and US Charts
UK #1
"Land of Hope and Glory"
Edward Elgar (composed), Clara Butt (performed)
Composed for Edward VII's coronation with words by A.C. Benson, it became one of Britain's most iconic patriotic songs. It was widely performed throughout the coronation celebrations.
US #1
"Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home"
Arthur Collins (recorded)
Written by Hughie Cannon, this became one of the most popular songs of the decade and a jazz and ragtime standard still performed today.
Biggest Films of 1902 — Box Office Hits
A Trip to the Moon (Le Voyage dans la Lune)
Box Office: N/A
Georges Méliès' 14-minute science fiction masterpiece became the most famous film of the early cinema era. Its iconic image of a rocket lodged in the Moon's eye remains one of cinema's most recognisable shots.
Fashion and Style of 1902
Fashion, clothing and visual culture from the era
Architecture and Buildings of 1902
Buildings completed and structures opened in 1902