JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Story Behind Queen Elizabeth's VE Day Celebrations on The Crown Season 6.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Waxman, Olivia B. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the true events surrounding Queen Elizabeth II's celebration of Victory in Europe (V-E) Day as a young woman. It recounts how, after fulfilling her royal duties alongside Prime Minister Winston Churchill, Elizabeth and her sister, Princess Margaret, ventured out to dance with the public in London on May 8, 1945. The piece highlights Elizabeth's service in the Auxiliary Territorial Service during World War II and her desire for normalcy amidst her royal responsibilities. It also notes that this experience marked a significant transition in her life from girlhood to womanhood. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/12, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:174308723
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