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The Queen celebrates 70 years on the throne

The Queen has become the first British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. The Queen's reign began when she was 25 years old, following the death of her father, George VI, on 6 February 1952.

The monarch said that, 70 years on, the day is one she remembers "as much for the death of my father, King George VI, as for the start of my reign".

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The story

The Queen has become the first British monarch to spend 70 years on the

throne, a milestone she's marked by expressing her eternal gratitude for the

support she's received and reiterating that her life will always be devoted to

service. In a message released to coincide with her Platinum Jubilee, she's also

written of her sincere wish that Prince Charles's wife, Camilla, be known as

Queen Consort when he becomes King. 

Key words and phrases

milestone
important point in someone’s life

• The first colour broadcast was a milestone in the history of TV.
• Completing 25 years of work at the company was a milestone in his career.

tributes
announcements showing respect and admiration for someone or something

• A film has been made as a tribute to the life of the late footballer.
• I want to pay tribute to all the healthcare workers who worked so hard during the pandemic.

heartfelt
strong, sincere feeling

• At the wedding, he made a heartfelt speech about his new wife.
• Please accept my heartfelt apologies for breaking your vase. 

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