
Her 60 years on the throne make her the second longest-serving sovereign in history, and in 2012 all eyes are on Queen Elizabeth II as Britain marks her Diamond Jubilee. In this fascinating series, veteran newsman Sir Trevor McDonald looks not only at the traditions and institutions surrounding the monarchy, but at the fabric of British life and history. From Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace to the collection of Historic Royal Palaces; from a privileged glimpse at the making of a royal portrait to 600 years of counting royal swans on the River Thames; from a potential change to the rules of succession to the pomp and circumstance of a state visit, this is truly a showcase for a queen and her country.
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Air Date: 2012-07-01
London is, indisputably, the capital of Britain's royal life. Here, the young Princess Elizabeth grew up before World...
Air Date: 2012-07-08
The Queen's year is driven by her diary - and has been since her accession in 1952. See her in Scotland at the Braema...
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The Queen has some surprising possessions. Among them are Westminster Abbey and the Chapels Royal.
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At the age of 85, the queen remains undaunted by long-haul travel -- as this program shows.