Crown Jewels and WWII | The Coronation
King George had the Crown Jewels hidden under Windsor castle, so that if Hitler successfully invaded, he wouldn't find them.
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 3'40''
- 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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Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC One
- Programme: The Coronation
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