Queen Elizabeth II
Introduction
The Assemblies
Queen Elizabeth II Passing
Platinum Jubilee
Click on the image below or follow this LINK to the assembly slides
Queen Elizabeth II A Guide
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The PlaylistClick on the image opposite to play music in the QE2 and military band play list.
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The CoronationQueen Elizabeth became Queen in 1952, the Coronation took place June 2nd 1953. Jubilee's are counted from 1952.
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Everest SuccessAt the time of the Coronation (the same day!) News that the first ascent (getting to the top!) had been completed by a British Team. Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay reached the 29,035-foot summit of Everest on May 29, 1953, becoming the first people to stand atop the world's highest mountain. Click on image or this LINK for more information |
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90th Birthday90 images over 90 years BBC Click on image or this LINK for more information |
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Trooping the ColourThe Queen has 2 Birthday's each year, her real Birthday (21st April) and her official monarch's birthday in June (when the weather is better). Trooping the Colour is a national tradition - it changes little. Traditions are important. Find out more by reading and watching the content opposite. |
Trooping the Colour 1950Trooping the Colour 2016
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Royal Jubilee'sRoyal Jubilees are an occasion to celebrate the life and reign of a Monarch (King or Queen). Though the concept (idea, thought) of the jubilee began in biblical times with Jesus more than about 2000 years ago. Today, the tradition continues with a big ceremony for the Royal Family. The first British monarch to mark 50 years on the throne was George III, followed by Queen Victoria. Click on image or this LINK for more information |
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Jubilees - Silver 25 Years 1977 |
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Jubilees - Gold 50 Years 2002Click on images for more information |
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Jubilee's - Diamond 60 Years 2012 (London Olympic Year!)A seven mile flotilla of 1000 boats. Led by Sir Steve Redgrave in the Royal Barge. Click on image or this LINK for more information
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Jubilees - Platinum 70 Years 2022Click on the images opposite to find out more about Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Celebrations.
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A history of Street PartiesClick on image or this LINK for more information |
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State Opening of Parliament - The Queens SpeechThe State Opening of Parliament marks the start of the parliamentary year. The Queen's Speech sets out what the government want to achieve in the coming months. The Monarch lists the 'bills' (new laws) that will be created. It is the only regular occasion when the three parts of Parliament – the Sovereign (The Monarch), the House of Lords and the House of Commons – meet. |
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Christmas Day TraditionEach year, on Christmas Day, the monarch will address the nation. Queen Elizabeth has done this throughout her reign.
Click on image 1957 - First television message - LINK 1975 - The messages are just as good almost 50 years on! The most recent Christmas message - LINK 2021 - The most recent Christmas message - LINK
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The first Christmas Day MessageKing George V 1932 Click on image or this LINK for more information |
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James Bond, Queen Elizabeth II and The London 2012 OlympicsThe Queen has a sense of humour - did she really jump? Click on image or this LINK for more information
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Find Out More
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Interested in the Kings and Queens of England?Take a look at our dedicated Kings and Queens Page.Click on the image opposite or follow this LINK to find out more |
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The longest reignTake a look at the longest and shortest reigning monarchs. Click on image or this LINK for more information
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The Royal FamilyClick on image or this LINK for more information |
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The CommonwealthClick on image or this LINK for more information |
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The Young CommonwealthClick on image or this LINK for more information |
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Things Named After Queen Elizabeth IIQueen Elizabeth II has many things named after her and in honour of her service to her Kingdom and realms
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