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Old 03-05-2012, 17:46   #110
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Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.

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Originally Posted by susie123 View Post
In my role as natural corrector though not Tippex this time , that would be the jubilee of her coronation - this year is the jubilee of her accession - 60 years on the throne.

From Wikipedia: The coronation usually takes place several months after the death of the previous monarch, as it is considered a joyous occasion that would be inappropriate when mourning still continues. This also gives planners enough time to complete the elaborate arrangements required. For example, Elizabeth II was crowned on 2 June 1953, despite having ascended the throne on 6 February 1952, the instant her father died. The throne is not left vacant and the new monarch succeeds the old one immediately.

Here endeth the lesson...
Does that mean she might be back next year too?

I wonder if she'll send herself an ofiicial letter of congratulations -my mum sent off for one for my grandparents diamond anniversary...she could always get one of her ladies in waiting to sign it.
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