Queen Elizabeth the Second, Part 1 of 2
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The Queen Meeting Her People Face to Face
The queen has always appreciated the need to be seen by their people, says Princess anne. She tells a story about three student protesters in australia who take advantage of a walk about and present her with a satirical gift. Despite tight security at royal events, there are times when greater access to the public will put the queen herself at risk. It's the thirteenth of june 19 81, the queen's official birthday. A national party is held for the monarch every summer, known as trooping the colar. The ceremony dates back to 17 forty eight trooping the colour is a display of pomp and pageantry.
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