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Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her platinum jubilee, Thursday, June 2, for her 70 years of reign. The sovereign appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, but she will not participate in the high mass the next day.
The approach is of course more hesitant, but despite the cane, the image seems eternal, as on the first day. Thursday, June 2, Queen Elizabeth II appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. What trigger the jubilation of the British, as for 70 years. The public was also able to attend the “Trooping the Color“, a military parade almost three centuries old. For the first time since her coronation, the Queen left the inspection of the troops to her heir, Charles, followed by Prince William and Princess Anne.
The British and tourists showed their enthusiasm. “This is an incredible, historic event for our country“says a woman.”It’s once in our life“, testifies a mother. After the military parade, the queen made a second appearance, with her family. Charles, Camilla, William, Kate and their children were also present on the balcony. The festivities will last four days.
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