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‘Designed by Norman Hartnell (1901-79), the dress is encrusted with seed pearls and crystals to create a glittering lattice-work effect. The exquisite embroidery in gold and silver thread and pastel-coloured silks incorporates garlands of flowers emblematic of the nations of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. Over this, The Queen wore a long mantle of crimson velvet, known as the Robe of State’
— Sep 01, 2022 06:16AM
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Charlie Fenton
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‘In a speech to mark their Golden Wedding anniversary in 1997, Her Majesty spoke fondly of her consort: 'he is someone who doesn't take easily to compliments but he has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years, and I, and his whole family, and this and many other countries, owe him a debt greater than he would ever claim, or we shall ever know.’
— Sep 02, 2022 01:20PM
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‘In 2016, The Queen spoke about the importance of honouring people from all walks of life: 'to be inspirational you don't have to save lives or win medals. I often draw strength from meeting ordinary people doing extraordinary things: volunteers, carers, community organisers and good neighbours; unsung heroes whose quiet dedication makes them special.'’
— Sep 01, 2022 02:31PM
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The King and Queen gave their daughter a brooch to celebrate the new arrival, in the form of a jewel-encrusted basket of flowers. Princess Elizabeth chose to wear that brooch for this official portrait, taken by Cecil Beaton
(1904-80) a month after the birth. Swaddled in the lace of the cradle, which frames the radiantly lit face of Princess Elizabeth, Prince Charles looks out towards us as if aware of his destiny.
— Aug 31, 2022 06:22PM
(1904-80) a month after the birth. Swaddled in the lace of the cradle, which frames the radiantly lit face of Princess Elizabeth, Prince Charles looks out towards us as if aware of his destiny.
