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| Images of an historic day Young people played a big part in the ceremony Thousands of people lined the streets of Edinburgh to watch Scotland's latest political milestone, the opening of the new parliament by the Queen.
The controversy over the arrangements and guest list were forgotten and politicians put aside their differences to celebration the occasion. Here, BBC News Online brings you some of the images which sum up the day. ![]() The military were out in force ![]() Families watched proceedings ![]() A well-known face in the crowd ![]() Young Scots are proud of their nation ![]() The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh wave to the crowds ![]() Smile! We're on camera! ![]() First Minister Donald Dewar addresses the parliament ![]() The end of the Mace, presented by the Queen ![]() The Crown of Scotland is placed before the Queen ![]() A fanfare sounds for the Royal party | Top Scottish Parliament opening stories now: Links to more Scottish Parliament opening stories are at the foot of the page. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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