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  1. After her husband died, she was officially known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, to avoid confusion with her daughter Queen Elizabeth II. Born into a family of British nobility , Elizabeth came to prominence in 1923 when she married Prince Albert, Duke of York , the second son of King George V and Queen Mary .

  2. Learn about the life and achievements of the mother of Queen Elizabeth II, the former British sovereign. Find out about her childhood, marriage, family, activities, honours and arms.

  3. Apr 2, 2014 · Queen Elizabeth was the Queen consort of King George VI until his death in 1952, after which she was known as Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother to avoid confusion with her daughter, Queen...

  4. Jun 2, 2020 · With a life spanning a century, the Queen Mother was a revered figure in British life. With contributions from renowned royal expert David Starkey, this documentary presents a revealing...

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    • Born the Hon. Elizabeth Angela Marguerite Bowes-Lyon. Lady Elizabeth was the ninth child and fourth daughter of Lord Claude George Bowes-Lyon and Lady Nina Cecilia Bowes-Lyon, Lord and Lady Glamis.
    • Outbreak of the First World War. The outbreak of the First World War saw Glamis Castle turned into a reception centre and hospital for the wounded. Lady Elizabeth spent the war years helping with the running of the hospital and aiding the welfare and morale of the patients.
    • Meets Prince Albert (future King George VI) for the first time. Lady Elizabeth meets Prince Albert at a dance given by Lord and Lady Farquhar at 7 Grosvenor Square, London.
    • Takes part in her first Royal occasion. Lady Elizabeth was a bridesmaid at the wedding of Princess Mary to Henry, Viscount Lascelles at Westminster Abbey.
  5. The official announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth, the mother of Queen Elizabeth II, in 2002. The web page also includes some messages and speeches by the Queen and other members of the royal family.

  6. Learn about the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, who was married to King George VI and mother of Queen Elizabeth II. Find out about her wedding, coronation and funeral in the Abbey, and see images and documents related to her.

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