The 1955 unveiling of George VI statue by his daughter Queen Elizabeth II

The 1955 unveiling of George VI statue by his daughter Queen Elizabeth II

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The video covers a royal event where the Queen Mother and Princess Margaret attend the unveiling of a statue, performed by the daughter of the honoree. Winston Churchill had proposed a national memorial for King George three years prior. The statue represents King George's legacy, highlighting his support for the throne and his adherence to the Nelson tradition, celebrated on Nelson's day.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were present at the unveiling of the statue?

Winston Churchill and King George

Queen Mother and Princess Margaret

The Queen and Prince Philip

Philip of Sovereignty and Nelson

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Who proposed the idea of a National Memorial to King George?

Philip of Sovereignty

Winston Churchill

Princess Margaret

Queen Mother

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What was the purpose of the statue according to the proposal?

To commemorate Winston Churchill

To support the throne

To celebrate Philip of Sovereignty

To honor Nelson

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tradition did King George uphold?

The Churchill tradition

The Sovereignty tradition

The Nelson tradition

The Margaret tradition

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was King George expected to support according to his daughter?

The Sovereignty

The Nelson tradition

The Churchill proposal

The throne