Becoming Queen | The Coronation

In 1952, King George died of lung cancer and Elizabeth became Queen while on royal duties in Kenya.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 1'42''
  • Broadcast year: 2018
Curriculum Connection
  • History | Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014 | Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014 | c.1800-2014
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC One
  • Programme: The Coronation
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