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In pictures: The Queen opens Queensferry Crossing

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Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon looks on as The Queen cuts the ribbon to officially open the bridge
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Her Majesty was greeted by cheering schoolchildren
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Saltire-waving schoolchildren gave the opening a colourful feel
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L/Cpl Cruachan IV, the mascot of the 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland, is paraded on the Queensferry Crossing
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Cheering crowds braved chilly conditions to enjoy the ceremony
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The Queen was joined by the Duke of Edinburgh on his first public engagement since officially retiring
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The bridge links the Lothians and Fife
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Her Majesty is driven over the bridge
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The Queen received a military welcome from members of the 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland
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Soldiers from 2 Scots greeted the royal party
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A flotilla of small boats sailed under the bridge