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Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip: Their candid photos over the years

Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip: Their candid photos over the years

When it comes to an enduring romance in world history, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's relationship is surely one of the most memorable. Their love story began in the 1930s and continued for more than 70 years, making it the longest marriage in the history of the British royal family. Queen Elizabeth II described her husband on their golden wedding anniversary in 1997 as her constant strength and guide. Since their enduring love stood the test of time, becoming a legend, here are some of their cutest pictures.

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9 July 1947: Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten announced their engagement

9 July 1947: Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten announced their engagement

Princess Elizabeth and Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten announced their engagement on July 9, 1947. She received a diamond and platinum engagement ring, which was designed by Prince Philip himself.

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1947: Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh on their wedding day at Buckingham Palace

1947: Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh on their wedding day at Buckingham Palace

Their longest romance began in the 1930s, when 13-year-old Princess Elizabeth of England met the charming young Prince Philip of Greece. On 20 November 1947, Princess Elizabeth married Philip Mountbatten at Westminster Abbey in London, United Kingdom.

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1958: Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh pose for a portrait in Buckingham Palace

1958: Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh pose for a portrait in Buckingham Palace

In December 1958, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, are sitting for a picture at their residence in Buckingham Palace.

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1965: Queen Elizabeth and her husband with their four children for a family photo

1965: Queen Elizabeth and her husband with their four children for a family photo

The couple has four children. Prince Andrew, wearing red shorts and a blue jumper, pushes baby Prince Edward in a pram, while Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Anne, Prince Charles, and Prince Philip stand behind them.

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February 11, 1966: Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip look happy on their trip to the Caribbean

February 11, 1966: Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip look happy on their trip to the Caribbean

In February 1966, Queen Elizabeth II of England and her husband the Duke of Edinburgh went on a tour of the Caribbean. They have big smiles in the pictures.

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July 8, 1970: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip were very joyful during their trip to Canada

July 8, 1970: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip were very joyful during their trip to Canada

Throughout their lives, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip visited Canada over 20 times. In the picture, the couple looks very happy on their trip to Canada.

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1997: Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh at Broadlands for their Golden Wedding anniversary

1997: Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh at Broadlands for their Golden Wedding anniversary

Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary in 1997 at Broadlands, the place where they began the first part of their royal honeymoon in 1947. The Queen described her husband as her 'strength and stay'.

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2002: Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh at the Queen of England's Golden Jubilee

2002: Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh at the Queen of England's Golden Jubilee

The Golden Jubilee of Elizabeth II was held on June 2, 2002, celebrating her 50 years of reign. The Queen, alongside her husband, attended the Golden Jubilee, where they received waves from the crowds.

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2007: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip celebrate their Diamond Wedding anniversary

2007: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip celebrate their Diamond Wedding anniversary

In 2007, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip celebrated their Diamond Wedding anniversary at Broadlands, the same place they spent their wedding night. They recreated the photos from their 1947 wedding.

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2010: The Queen of England and the Duke of Edinburgh reviewing the company "Pikemen Musketeers of the Honourable Artillery at Armoury House"

2010: The Queen of England and the Duke of Edinburgh reviewing the company "Pikemen Musketeers of the Honourable Artillery at Armoury House"

Queen Elizabeth II and her husband reviewed the Pikemen Musketeers of the Honourable Artillery at Armoury House in 2010.

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2011: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, at the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton

2011: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, at the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton

On April 29, 2011, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip attended their grandson Prince William's wedding to Kate Middleton at Westminster Abbey in London, England, the same venue where they exchanged their vows.

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2012: Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh listen to a speech in Manchester

2012: Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh listen to a speech in Manchester

During the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Tour of the UK on March 23, 2012, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, listened to a speech as they visited the Manchester Royal Eye Hospital and St Mary's Hospital in Manchester.

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2015: Her Majesty the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh enjoy a mini boat cruise on the Spree River in Berlin

2015: Her Majesty the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh enjoy a mini boat cruise on the Spree River in Berlin

As part of their official visit to Germany, the 89-year-old monarch and her husband, 94-year-old Prince Philip, embark on a mini boat cruise on the Spree River in Berlin.

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2016: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip attended the Queen's 90th birthday celebration

2016: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip attended the Queen's 90th birthday celebration

The longest-serving British monarch in history, Queen Elizabeth II, and her family celebrated her official 90th birthday on June 12, 2016. In the picture, Her Majesty and Prince Philip are seen travelling by vintage carriage and waving to guests in London.

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2017: The Queen of England and Prince Philip attend the "Trooping The Colour" parade in London

2017: The Queen of England and Prince Philip attend the "Trooping The Colour" parade in London

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, alongside Prince Philip and the entire royal family, graced the 'Trooping The Colour' parade on June 17, 2017, in London.

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2017: Her Majesty the Queen and Prince Philip attend the Braemar games in Scotland

2017: Her Majesty the Queen and Prince Philip attend the Braemar games in Scotland

Queen Elizabeth has been a fan of the Braemar Royal Highland Gathering since she was a child, the sports tournament held since 1832. On September 2, 2017, Her Majesty and Prince Philip enjoyed themselves at the Braemar games in Scotland.

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2018: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip near Sandringham

2018: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip near Sandringham

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh attend Sunday Service at St Peter and St Paul Church in West Newton on February 4, 2018 in King's Lynn, United Kingdom.

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