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Laura Coates Live

CNN Special Report - Queen for the Ages: Elizabeth II

Laura Coates Live

CNN

News

3.92.5K Ratings

🗓️ 9 September 2022

⏱️ 42 minutes

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Summary

Famous for embodying the British slogan of 'keep calm and carry on,' Queen Elizabeth II was known for order and tradition. But behind the steely stoicism lies a complex leader who has overseen an unprecedented reign spanning seven decades. She symbolized stability and continuity. But, at the same she quietly revolutionized and reinvigorated the royal family in her quest to leave the monarchy stronger than she found it and ensure it continues for generations to come. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0

The following is a CNN special report.

0:07.0

She wasn't supposed to be Queen.

0:11.0

Suddenly her father became Monarch and Princess Elizabeth became heir to the throne.

0:18.0

Princess Elizabeth's life changed overnight.

0:22.0

It's a very dramatic scene when you see the Queen coming down the steps to claim her kingdom.

0:27.0

She became Monarch at 25 years old.

0:32.0

She's our majesty willing to take care of you.

0:36.0

For more than seven decades, Queen Elizabeth II dedicated her life to her country.

0:43.0

The Queen took a vow that her duty was a lifelong commitment.

0:47.0

She put duty above all else.

0:50.0

She loved her younger sister, but she couldn't give her permission to marry somebody who was divorced.

0:59.0

She sacked her son from the family firm.

1:03.0

She survived extraordinary crises.

1:07.0

Princess Diana has died.

1:10.0

The issue surrounding Charles and Diana probably rocked the Monarchy to its core like no other crisis.

1:15.0

The future of the Monarchy really hung in the balance.

1:18.0

And she revolutionized the British Monarchy.

1:23.0

New Monarchy should expect to be free from the scrutiny of those who give it their loyalty and support.

1:30.0

She stared the world through 70 years of tumultuous change.

1:35.0

Her legacy will be he the fact that we still have a monarchy.

1:40.0

Tonight, a CNN special report.

1:43.0

A Queen for the Ages. Elizabeth II.

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