Elizabeth II: The Unseen Photos
Marking a century since the birth of the late Queen Elizabeth II, this documentary uses newly discovered photographs to chart the life and reign of Britain’s longest-serving monarch. Royal insiders, historians and photographers open the archives, from the world’s most iconic collections to rare private treasures, revealing the Queen’s century in front of the camera in a whole new light.
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Episode 1: Becoming Queen
The early years of Queen Elizabeth II are revealed in previously unseen photographs.
Long-lost photographs shed new light on Elizabeth II’s childhood, her sudden accession to the throne and her early years as queen. Royal insiders, historians and palace – trusted photographers chart the Queen’s journey from princess to monarch, revealing how she learned to use photography to shape her image and become an enduring symbol of stability as the world changed around her.
Episode 2: Becoming a Global Icon
How Queen Elizabeth II used photos to shape her global image on the world stage.
Rediscovered, 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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