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Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - Philip asked the King for his daughter's hand in marriage

Time: Aug, 1946

Place: United Kingdom

Details: Eventually, in the summer of 1946, Philip asked the King for his daughter's hand in marriage. The King granted his request, provided that any formal engagement be delayed until Elizabeth's 21st birthday the following April.

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