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Queen Margrethe's curtsey for her father on the anniversary of his death

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14th January 2022
Margrethe II of Denmark led her family’s tributes to her late parents with a deep and reverential curtsey in front of their graves. On the 50th anniversary of the death of her father, King Frederik IX, and her own accession, Queen Margrethe made poignant gesture as she prepared to leave their tombs. The Danish Monarch’s composure appeared to crumble briefly as she began to move away…
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Dear Aunt Daisy - Margrethe II's relationship with European royalty

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14th January 2022
Queen Margrethe has a close relationship with many European royals, whether that be through blood or by choice. As such, many call her “Aunt Daisy” due to their close relationship. Of course, Margrethe has nieces and nephews who are royals who naturally call her “Aunt Daisy” as she is their biological aunt. These are the children of Princess Bendikte (Gustav, 7th Prince…
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A solemn start to Queen Margrethe's Golden Jubilee

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14th January 2022
The Queen of Denmark has begun her Golden Jubilee by attending a solemn meeting of the State Council. Margrethe II was joined by her son and heir, Crown Prince Frederik, for the meeting at Christiansborg Palace. The meeting was limited to just five ministers owing to the current restrictions for the coronavirus pandemic. Leading the politicians was Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette…
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Who is Queen Margrethe II of Denmark?

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14th January 2022
Today, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark celebrates 50 years on the Danish throne. Let’s take a look back at the life of Denmark’s colourful queen. Born Margrethe Alexandrine Þórhildur Ingrid on 16 April 1940, Margrethe was the first child of Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Ingrid – later King Frederick IX and Queen Ingrid. She was followed by two sisters: Princess Benedikte in…
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