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The symbols of majesty resting on Queen Elizabeth II's Coffin

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16th September 2022
Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin is currently Lying-in-State at Westminster Hall for four days to allow the public to pay their respects. She will remain there until 6:30 am on Monday, 19 September. Resting on top of the coffin are three symbols of the monarchy which hold great significance. The Queen’s coffin has been draped in the Royal Standard, the monarch’s personal flag. The Royal…
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Back to School with The Queen

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30th August 2022
The Queen has broken many records in her lifetime but one less known is that she and her sister, Princess Margaret, were the last to be educated by private tutors from home. Up to the age of seven, Princess Elizabeth was educated by her mother in reading and writing. With herfather becoming King, their governess Marion Crawford (an Edinburgh graduate), who was like a second mother to…
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A quick guide to Windsor Castle

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17th March 2022
Windsor Castle was founded almost 1,000 years ago by William the Conquerer and has since been occupied by a staggering 39 monarchs. Her Majesty The Queen has chosen to make this her permanent residence in recent years. This beautiful castle is the oldest and largest occupied, working castle in the world and home to approximately 150 people. The castle is made up of the State Apartments, and…
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee: the other big royal events of February 6

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2nd February 2022
February 6 is an important date for the House of Windsor. In 1952, King George VI died at Sandringham and Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne. This year, the day will mark the start of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. However, February 6 has been an important date in British royal history for centuries.  In 1665 on 6 February, Princess Anne was born to James, Duke of York (the future…
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