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𝟏𝟗𝟕𝟖: The Queen is welcomed by school children at St Saviour, Jersey during a visit to the Channel Islands.    #70for70 https://t.co/B26F9VO548 — PolitiTweet.org

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🌍 In 1977, Elvis Presley died from a heart attack aged 42.  https://t.co/5liqqfNk9D — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟏𝟗𝟕𝟕: The Queen greets well-wishers during a walk-about in Edinburgh as part of her Silver Jubilee Celebrations.    To mark the Silver Jubilee, Her Majesty toured 36 counties in the United Kingdom over a period of three months.    #70for70 https://t.co/s2CXTp8EaA — PolitiTweet.org

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🌍 In 1976, the first commercial Concorde flight takes off from Heathrow Airport to Bahrain.  https://t.co/8McpXj1tz1 — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟏𝟗𝟕𝟔: In Luxembourg, The Queen lights the perpetual flame at the Monument of National Solidarity, which commemorates all those who fought in the war.    #70for70 https://t.co/Jn4JkSmtMf — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @ClarenceHouse: “This Easter, as always, we are reminded of Our Lord’s timeless example of goodness in the face of suffering, of courage… — PolitiTweet.org

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🌍 In 1975, the European Space Agency was established, with the UK being one of the ten founding members.  https://t.co/7lAVJnpLyx — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟏𝟗𝟕𝟓: The Queen visits Silverwood Colliery near Rotherham.    #70for70 https://t.co/YdkK8hxVfA — 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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🌍 In 1974, the 19th Eurovision Song Contest was held in Brighton, with Sweden winning the contest with the song ‘Waterloo’ by pop group ABBA.  https://t.co/sc3s3TBKgv — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟏𝟗𝟕𝟒: The Queen and members of The Royal Family stand at the Cenotaph after laying wreaths on Remembrance Sunday.     On the second Sunday of each November, Her Majesty leads the nation in remembering those who have died in world wars and other conflicts.  #70for70 https://t.co/gHRew0ZL2L — PolitiTweet.org

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Are you enjoying a Hot Cross Bun this #GoodFriday? The Royal Pastry Chefs have shared their method of making this traditional #Easter Treat 👇 — PolitiTweet.org

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The Queen has sent a message to the President of South Africa following the floods in KwaZulu-Natal province: — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @ClarenceHouse: With the service dating back to 600AD, the special coins have retained much the same form since 1670. This year, Maund… — PolitiTweet.org

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✈️ William 'Sandy' Sanderson was also presented Maundy money by The Prince at today’s service. Sandy, from Hampshire, joined the @RoyalAirForce in 1941 where he repaired aircraft engines in West Africa. “For once in my life I’m speechless, and I’m known to be talkative!” https://t.co/7UBQaJ6trP — PolitiTweet.org

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🎂 Among today’s recipients was Muriel Davies from Bolton who served in the Women's Land Army during the Second World War and has fundraised for @RNLI for over 66 years! The Prince wished Muriel a happy birthday, as she turns 100 in July. https://t.co/V7BggOdDzy — PolitiTweet.org

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🪙 This year, the purses contain special commemorative coins marking the #PlatinumJubilee. The coins still feature Her Majesty's 1953 coronation portrait, although the image on ordinary circulating coinage has since been changed four times. https://t.co/onlMRKxb8O — PolitiTweet.org

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The number of Maundy recipients reflect the life of the Monarch. Today, 96 men and 96 women were gifted purses, one for each of The Queen’s 96 years. https://t.co/OPSQ0oi2FB — PolitiTweet.org

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Did you know that The Queen’s first official engagement as Monarch was the 1952 Royal Maundy Service @WAbbey? The service dates back to 600AD and is one of The @ChurchofEngland’s oldest traditions. https://t.co/BuYfoEbIGd — PolitiTweet.org

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At the service, which commemorates the Last Supper, His Royal Highness distributed specially-minted coins in red and white purses to pensioners from across the country in recognition of their outstanding Christian service. https://t.co/QouIHxKMIR — PolitiTweet.org

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Maundy Thursday, which precedes Good Friday, was marked at St George’s Chapel in Windsor today. The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall attended the annual Maundy service on behalf of The Queen, where they distributed the traditional Maundy money. https://t.co/P2mlCR3syY — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @ClarenceHouse: Representing Her Majesty The Queen, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall will attend the Royal Maundy Service… — PolitiTweet.org

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🌍 In 1973, the first phone call on a handheld cellular phone was made.  https://t.co/UOMsx0n18m — PolitiTweet.org

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𝟏𝟗𝟕𝟑: The Queen salutes Troops as they march towards Horse Guards Parade for Trooping the Colour.    In this #PlatinumJubilee year, a special Queen’s Birthday Parade will take place as part of the Celebration Weekend in June.    #70for70 https://t.co/qHZjU9BHQX — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @stjohnambulance: Members of the Warwickshire and Coventry St John Priory Group welcomed HRH The Duke of Gloucester, Grand Prior of the… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @RNLI: Our President, HRH The Duke of Kent, visited Penlee lifeboat station and visitor centre on Monday. HRH was given a tour of the st… — PolitiTweet.org

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🌊 In Cornwall, The Duke also officially opened the Feritech Innovation Centre in Falmouth. @Feritech are a specialist producers of products that are used in extreme marine environments. They are one of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the UK. https://t.co/X5SzLCDhVH — PolitiTweet.org

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The Duke also visited the newly refurbished visitor centre where he viewed items from @PenleeLifeboat’s history. His Royal Highness has been President of the @RNLI since 1969. https://t.co/hkunWfWibK — PolitiTweet.org

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🚤The Duke of Kent has been in Cornwall this week where he visited @RNLI @PenleeLifeboat Station. The Duke was given a tour of the station, which opened in 2019, and met staff, volunteers and crew. https://t.co/WTlK44mIff — PolitiTweet.org

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🌍 In 1972, five White House operatives were arrested for breaking into the offices of the Democratic National Committee, marking the start of the Watergate Scandal.  https://t.co/MBcbJiznbR — PolitiTweet.org