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Royal Pictures from History: Elizabeth at Royal Ascot

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18th June 2019
Every picture tells its own story. In this occasional series, Royal Central looks at some of the most interesting regal images ever taken and today, it’s time to go to Ascot. The meeting, which takes place every June at the famous racecourse just down the road from Windsor Castle, is a high point of the royal calendar and the Queen’s presence is a must at this must see event. As the…
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The Queen is joined by all her children for the Order of the Garter ceremony

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17th June 2019
The traditional Order of the Garter service is taking place in Windsor this afternoon with all four of the Queen’s children taking part. The Prince of Wales, the Duke of York, the Earl of Wessex and the Princess Royal, who are all members of the Order, have joined…
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The Queen arrives in the Scottish State Coach for Trooping the Colour

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8th June 2019
The Queen chose a covered carriage to take her to Trooping the Colour this year. Elizabeth II made the short journey from Buckingham Palace to Horse Guards’ Parade in central London in the Scottish State Coach. Embed from Getty Images The enclosed carriage was chosen as a precaution against the weather which had started off windy and wet although the sun had come out by the time the Royal…
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Prince Charles joins the Queen in an historic photo for D-Day commemorations

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5th June 2019
The Queen and the Prince of Wales have been joined by world leaders for a special photo marking the 75th anniversary of the Normandy Beach landings. The historic image was taken as Elizabeth II and her heir arrived in Southsea, Portsmouth for the UK’s national commemoration for the D-Day anniversary. Leaders representing the Allied Nations that took part in the D-Day landings, which began…
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US State Visit, Day One - what to expect

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3rd June 2019
The State Visit to the United Kingdom by the President of the United States, Donald Trump, gets under way in just a few hours time. The Queen will welcome Mr Trump and his wife, Melania, to the country as they begin a three day trip. As this controversial and historic State Visit finally starts, Royal Central runs down what to expect from day one. Buckingham Palace You’re going to see a lot…
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