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European History · 1952

King George VI Dies, Elizabeth Crowned Queen

King George VI Dies, Elizabeth Crowned Queen
European History

King George of England died on February 6th 1952. He had come to the throne following the abdication of his brother Edward VIII. George was succeeded by his daughter, Elizabeth. Elizabeth was officially coronated on June 2, 1952 at the age of 26. More then 67years later Elizabeth continues to reign as Queen Elizabeth.

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