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Princess Diana, William and Harry meeting firefighters

Princess Diana and her sons, Princes William and Harry, meeting firefighters at the The Blitz Remembered Service at St Pauls Cathedral, London, on 25 October 1990. A red fire engine can be seen behind them

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19 May 1990

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The first all female crew to sail around the world, skippered by 27 year old Tracy

The first all female crew to sail around the world, skippered by 27 year old Tracy Edwards, return home to Britain on their yacht "Maiden" as it was escorted by small boats through buoys at Southampton.
The crew were away for nine months as they took part in the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race, finishing second in its class and winning two out of six individual legs of the race.
Picture shows: Crew member re-united with family after returning home.
28th May 1990

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