Elizabeth II: The Unseen Photos

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Marking a century since the birth of Queen Elizabeth II, this two-part documentary charts the life and reign of Britain’s longest-serving monarch. Newly uncovered photographs reveal her extraordinary journey from young princess to global icon.

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Part One: Becoming Queen

 

Long-lost photographs shed new light on Elizabeth II’s childhood, sudden accession and early years as Queen. Royal insiders, historians and palace-trusted photographers chart the Queen’s journey from Princess to Queen, revealing how she learned to use photography to shape her image and become an enduring symbol of stability as the world changed around her.   

 

Part Two: Becoming a Global Icon

 

Rediscovered and never-before-seen photos trace Elizabeth II’s reign from the 1977 Jubilee to her death as Britain’s longest-serving monarch. Palace-trusted photographers and royal insiders reveal how she became a global icon, navigating the most challenging decades of her reign. From historic state visits to behind-the-scenes moments, the images show how she shaped the monarchy on the world stage.

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