It's been 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne at age 25.
Queen Elizabeth during a reception in the ballroom of Sandringham House, the Queen's Norfolk residence, on Feb. 5. Photo: Joe Giddens-Pool/AFP via Getty Images
The Queen also outlined plans for the royal family's transition after her death. “It is my sincere wish that, when that time comes, Camilla will be known as Queen Consort as she continues her own loyal service.”The Queen briefly appeared at a small reception Saturday to greet guests and cut a celebratory cake but plans to spend Sunday quietly, per theQueen Elizabeth II receives a bouquet during a reception in the ballroom of Sandringham House, the Queen's Norfolk residence, on Feb. 5.
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