The crown and I
THE Queen will share childhood memories of the coronation of her father, George VI, and her own investiture for the first time in a BBC documentary exploring the ancient ceremony. As part of a new Royal Collection season on television and radio, the film also uncovers the symbolism of the crown jewels.
The Queen, who was crowned on June 2 1953, aged 27, was invited to comment on both private and official film footage and give her thoughts on the occasion. “I’ve seen one coronation and been the recipient in the other, which is pretty remarkable,” she told the filmmakers.
As part of the documentary, to mark the 65th anniversary of her coronation, the Queen also shares memories of the coronation of George VI which she attended when aged nine in 1937. “It is a real honour to have Her Majesty the Queen revealing her intimate knowledge of the crown jewels – and fond childhood memories from when her father was crowned King George VI in this very special film for BBC One,” said Charlotte Moore, the BBC director of content.