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Isabel II was born in Mayfair (London).
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Her first official overseas visit.
She celebrated her 21st birthday on a tour of South Africa. -
She got married
Elizabeth got married in Westminster Abbey on 20 November 1947. Her husband Prince Philip was the son of Prince Andrew of Greece. -
Prince Charles born.
When she was 22 the Queen's first child Prince Charles was born. -
Princess Anne was born.
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She became the Queen.
Her father died of cancer and Princess Elizabeth became the Queen. -
Crowning
Her coronation took place in Westminster Abbey. -
Prince Andrew was born.
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Prince Edward was born.
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Sydney Opera House
The spectacular Sydney Opera House in Australia is officially opened by The Queen. -
A sad year
The Queen's younger sister Princess Margaret died following a long illness.
Soon afterwards, the Queen mother died.
During that year she also marked her Jubilee, spending 50 years on the throne.
