Re: Queen to visit Accrington in May.
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Originally Posted by susie123
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...  
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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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