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20th Century

In pictures Queen Elizabeth II through the decades

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Elizabeth II poses for a portrait in Buckingham Palace in December 1958
General Modern

Queen Elizabeth II 50+ facts about her life and reign

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Front door of No 10 Downing Street, the official residence of the British prime minister
General History

Quiz British prime ministers

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