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Queen Elizabeth II as a child with a donkey
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Queen Elizabeth II as a child with a donkey
Princess Elizabeth feeds a blinkered donkey at the Royal Show, Windsor while Princess Margaret looks on. Date: 1939
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In this charming photograph, a young Princess Elizabeth, dressed in a sun hat and white blouse, feeds a blinkered donkey at the Royal Show in Windsor, England, in 1939. The future monarch, who was just 13 years old at the time, looks focused and determined as she holds out a piece of food to the animal, while her younger sister, Princess Margaret, observes the scene with a smile. The Royal Show was an annual agricultural event held at Windsor Home Park, which showcased livestock, horses, and other rural produce. The young princesses' attendance at the event reflected their deep interest in horses and animals, a passion that would continue throughout their lives. The image captures a moment of innocence and joy in the lives of the young royals, who were still adjusting to the responsibilities and expectations that came with their positions as members of the British royal family. The presence of the donkey, a common sight at agricultural shows, adds a touch of informality and approachability to the scene. The photograph also serves as a reminder of a simpler time, before the world was plunged into the chaos of World War II, which broke out just a few months later. Despite the challenges and uncertainties that lay ahead, the sisters' bond and shared love of animals provided a source of comfort and stability. This photograph, taken at the Royal Show in 1939, offers a glimpse into the childhood of two future monarchs, and the simple pleasures and joys that brought them together.
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