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Learn how the longest reigning monarch in British history was shaped by World War II.
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From 1941-1944 Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret starred in traditional Pantomimes.
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With the surrender of Germany came the end of the war.
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When she was just 14 Princess Elizabeth was asked to make a radio broadcast to the Empire.
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Before her 19th birthday Princess Elizabeth joined the women’s branch of the British Army.