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At #RHSChelsea, The Earl and Countess of Wessex are shown the John Ystumllyn rose. Earlier today, one of these roses was planted at Buckingham Palace in honour of the 18th century horticulturist, who was one of Britain’s first black gardeners. https://t.co/O3slybvzEC — PolitiTweet.org

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Joining Her Majesty today at the show was The Earl and Countess of Wessex, Princess Beatrice, The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke of Kent, Princess Alexandra and Princess Michael of Kent. https://t.co/JHcQ9x9tKY — PolitiTweet.org

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The Royal Family’s long association with show began when Her Majesty’s Great-Grandmother, Queen Alexandra, attended the very first show. The Queen has been the society’s Patron since 1952 and is pictured here at her first Show as Monarch in the same year. https://t.co/2jHL2npMVX — PolitiTweet.org

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The Royal Family’s long association with shown began when Her Majesty’s Great-Grandmother, Queen Alexandra, attended the very first show. The Queen has been the society’s Patron since 1952 and is pictured here at her first show as Monarch. https://t.co/8l3hVHlpv3 — PolitiTweet.org

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🌸 The Queen, Patron of @The_RHS, visits the annual Chelsea Flower Show at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Established in 1913, the show is one of the world’s greatest showcases for horticultural excellence, attracting visitors and exhibitors from across the globe. #RHSChelsea https://t.co/XjHoYUz9qo — PolitiTweet.org

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🌎 In 2012, Venus passed in front of the sun, a rare astronomical event that won’t happen again until 2117. https://t.co/CaCZXofyB2 — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟐: The Queen waves to crowds during the Diamond Jubilee Pageant on the River Thames.    670 boats took part in the parade on the Tideway of the River Thames, making it the largest ever parade of boats.    #70for70 https://t.co/tpYbpdQH53 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @QAPrizes: In 1993, shortly after HM The Queen’s Ruby Jubilee, the #QAPrizes were officially formed with Her Majesty's consent. Watch th… — PolitiTweet.org

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John Ystumllyn lived in the eighteenth century and was one of Britain’s first black gardeners. The yellow rose created in his honour represents the values of friendship and community, and serves as a reminder of how gardening can bring people together. https://t.co/IhZKHNl37q — PolitiTweet.org

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🌹The John Ystumllyn rose is planted in the Buckingham Palace Garden. Believed to be the first rose in the country to be named after an individual from an ethnic minority background, it was launched by @WeTooBB - who tell the stories of under-represented people in Britain. https://t.co/fuijGRDF0G — PolitiTweet.org

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🍴On the evening of 9th May, a State Dinner was held at Buckingham Palace to mark the Silver Jubilee. It was attended by the Royal Family, Foreign Royalty, dignitaries and Members of the King’s and Queen’s Households. What is your favourite item on the menu? https://t.co/RiB4PyQzqu — PolitiTweet.org

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The King was joined by Members of The Royal Family for an appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony. The King delivered a broadcast to his people: 🗣️“I can only say to you, my very dear people, that the Queen and I thank you from the depth of our hearts” https://t.co/j7WPeQMwOr — PolitiTweet.org

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⬇️ Kept in the Royal Archives is Queen Mary’s order of service from 6th May 1935. https://t.co/fwaCsJf9cN — PolitiTweet.org

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The King and Queen processed through the streets of London for a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral. 📸 The Royal Procession driving through Admiralty Arch. 📸 King George and Queen Mary during the service. https://t.co/81Og9CAInk — PolitiTweet.org

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✍️ The Jubilee was celebrated 6-9th May 1935. The King and Queen Mary wrote about the occasion. The King wrote “ A never to be forgotten day when we celebrated our Silver Jubilee. It was a glorious summer’s day” Queen Mary described the occasion as “a most wonderful day.” https://t.co/e6LBJDBFg5 — PolitiTweet.org

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👑 As we celebrate The Queen’s #PlatinumJubilee this year, we’ve gone into the Royal Archives to see how other Monarch’s commemorated these special milestones. 🧵👇This week, we’re looking at how King George V celebrated his Silver Jubilee in 1935. https://t.co/5ubWD2pYAc — PolitiTweet.org

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🌎 In 2011, the world’s first synthetic organ transplant was successfully completed in Sweden. — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟏: The Queen greets crowds outside Trinity College, Dublin during her historic State Visit to the Republic of Ireland.    #70for70 https://t.co/Z1oKU3BlKH — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Jubilee_Pageant: T-minus 14 days until the #PlatinumJubilee Pageant!​ 👀 We’ve got something very special for you…a little sneak peak o… — PolitiTweet.org

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🌎 In 2010, the Burj Khalifa skyscraper in Dubai opened and became the world’s tallest building.  https://t.co/erUcbgI2RI — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟎: School children welcome The Queen to Cloughton, North Yorkshire.  #70for70 https://t.co/YAGTE4HWqg — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @ClarenceHouse: 📍 Ceremonial Circle, Yellowknife “In marking The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee by celebrating the spirit of people and servi… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @ClarenceHouse: 📍 Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, Yellowknife 43 years since his last visit, His Royal Highness has returned!… — PolitiTweet.org

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👇 Tap below to read more about the highlights of this week’s Royal activities, events and engagements: — PolitiTweet.org

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As Patron of HMS Talent, The Princess Royal today attended the decommissioning ceremony for @RoyalNavy Submarines, HMS Talent and Trenchant, as they are retired from service after over 32 years of operations. https://t.co/iZqsX5UybR — PolitiTweet.org

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🌎 In 2009, Captain Chesley B. ‘Sully’ Sullenberger made a successful crash landing in the Hudson River, New York, after his plane was struck by a flock of Canada geese shortly after takeoff. https://t.co/bYcp08jTjs — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟗: In the Throne Room at Buckingham Palace, The Queen is photographed with the G20 leaders.    #70for70 https://t.co/10EnYK7J7F — PolitiTweet.org

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🇨🇦 On the final day of #RoyalVisitCanada, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall travelled to Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories. TRH met First Nation Leaders and members of the community, as well as visiting local schools and organisations. — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @DofE: We’re delighted to be back at Buckingham Palace for another day of Gold Award Celebrations! We’re excited for another fantastic… — PolitiTweet.org