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4 Episodes 2012 - 2012
Episode 1
Sun, Jul 1, 201251 mins
London is, indisputably, the capital of Britain's royal life. Here, the young Princess Elizabeth grew up before World War II. Here she and her sister, Margaret, mingled, incognito, with the joyous crowds on VE Day. Here, she was crowned queen at the age of 26 after the death of her father, King George. Join Sir Trevor McDonald as he introduces us to the ongoing traditions of the monarchy in London, from members of the Grenadier Guards, the Scots Guards of Buckingham Palace and the Horse Guards and to the opening of the Parliament by the Queen.
Episode 2
Sun, Jul 8, 201250 mins
The Queen's year is driven by her diary - and has been since her accession in 1952. See her in Scotland at the Braemar Gathering (which she has attended 70 times) and follow her on a visit to Liverpool - the sort of regional trip that is considered a great honor by the small city. And, we see that in 1953, filmmakers endeavored to shoot unique 3D footage, which is now held by the British Film Institute.
Episode 3
Sun, Jul 1, 201251 mins
The Queen has some surprising possessions. Among them are Westminster Abbey and the Chapels Royal.
Episode 4
Sun, Jul 1, 201252 mins
At the age of 85, the queen remains undaunted by long-haul travel -- as this program shows.