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Queen Elizabeth II - Elizabeth engagement to Prince Philip

Time: Wednesday Jul 9, 1947

Place: London, United Kingdom

Details: The royal couple went on to officially confirm their engagement on July 9th, 1947, and hosted a photocall at Buckingham Palace, which allowed the future monarch to show off her new diamond ring.

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