Platinum Jubilee - Becons lit to mark 70 years of the Queen's reign

The video covers the tradition of beacon lighting to celebrate the Queen's 70-year reign, with events across the UK and Commonwealth. It highlights regional celebrations, including performances and activities by local groups, and unique events like a wedding beacon lighting. The event was international, with beacons lit in New Zealand and Australia. Town criers announced the beacons in the UK, marking the start of a long bank holiday weekend. The jubilee celebrates the longest reigning monarch in history.

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