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1. The Princess, the War and a Greek Prince

James Naughtie begins the story of Britain's longest-reigning monarch with the Queen's early years, her preparations to be sovereign and the marriage that would shape her life.

In this first episode of Radio 4's new podcast about the life of Queen Elizabeth II, James Naughtie begins by looking at her early years with the help of some of those who knew her and worked with her, how she prepared for the role that was unexpectedly thrust upon her, her wartime life and at the marriage to Prince Philip of Greece that would also do so much to shape her life and her public role.

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  • The Queen Remembered

    James Naughtie presents a special podcast marking the life of Her Majesty the Queen.