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Princess Elizabeth, the Heir Presumptive
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Princess Elizabeth, the Heir Presumptive
Portrait of Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen Elizabeth II (born 1926), heir-presumptive when featured in the Illustrated London News Coronation Ceremony Number, 1937. Date: 1937
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Child Hood Coronation Heir Presumptive Youth 1937 Elizabeth
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In this enchanting portrait, young Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen Elizabeth II, is depicted in her youthful beauty as the Heir Presumptive of the British throne in 1937. At the age of just 11 years old, Elizabeth was already the presumptive heir, having succeeded her father, King George V, upon his death in January of that year. Her mother, Queen Consort Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, stands proudly by her side, supporting her daughter in her historic role. The photograph was published in the Illustrated London News Coronation Ceremony Number, a special edition commemorating the upcoming coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. The event, which took place on May 12, 1937, was a significant moment in British history, as it marked the first coronation to be held in the newly rebuilt Westminster Abbey following a devastating fire in 1926. Despite her young age, Princess Elizabeth was already well-versed in her royal duties and responsibilities. She had been educated at home by a team of governesses and tutors, and had begun to take on public engagements alongside her parents. In this portrait, she is seen wearing the traditional robes and headdress of a young princess, a symbol of her royal lineage and the promise of a future reign. As the years passed, Princess Elizabeth grew into a gracious and poised young woman, and eventually ascended to the throne in 1952 following the death of her father. She went on to reign for over 60 years, becoming one of the longest-reigning monarchs in British history. This portrait serves as a reminder of her humble beginnings and the extraordinary journey that lay ahead.
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