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Elizabeth's first radio broadcast was made during the war on Children's hour, 13th October 1940. She was only 14 at the time and, joined by 10-year-old Margaret, she comforted many thousands of war children with the words We know every one of us that in the end all will be well.

The middle picture below shows the Queen Mother, one of the most well-loved of royals, receiving a gift on a trip to New Zealand. She is a kind, caring woman who supported her family bravely through the war and even in old age was known for making a huge number of public appearances.

The third picture below shows Prince Charles in RAF uniform, after being awarded his flying wings.