Queen And Prince Philip Mark 73rd Wedding Anniversary With New Photo
The couple got married on 20 November 1947.
The couple got married on 20 November 1947.
Her Majesty formally opened the new Energetics Analysis Centre where scientists help protect the UK against explosive threats.
The then-Princess Elizabeth delivered a broadcast on Children’s Hour during the Second World War on this day in 1940.
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The Second World War veteran captured the hearts of the nation for his remarkable fundraising efforts during the coronavirus lockdown.
Members of the Armed Forces told Her Majesty about their work and how their duties have been impacted by coronavirus.
Her Majesty said Armed Forces Day provides and "opportunity for thanks, and a recognition of the dedication" of those serving the UK.
The Guards were accompanied by a Band of the Household Division for the ceremony.
1st Battalion Welsh Guards were joined by a reduced Massed Band of the Household Division for the ceremony at Windsor Castle.
Her Majesty is expected to attend the ceremony which would be the first major royal event since lockdown began.
The aircraft carrier used the Phalanx weapon system to mark 67 years since Queen Elizabeth II was crowned.
Her Majesty, crowned on this day in 1953, was the first female member of the Royal Family to join the Armed Forces as a full-time member.
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A Buckingham Palace source said the Queen did not think it "appropriate" to mark 21 April in the normal way.
In a rare speech, Her Majesty has urged this generation to prove it is "as strong as any" during the COVID-19 outbreak.
As well as meeting Captain Angus Essenhigh, the Queen was joined by the commanding officer's predecessor, Commodore Steve Moorhouse.