This was an unprecedented event. This is an unprecedented event. This Thursday will mark the start of four days of celebrations that will see more than 200,000 events organized in the colors and traditions of the royal family across the country. The Obs reflects on the seven decades of Elizabeth II's reign in just 70 seconds.
The streets will be decorated with large portraits depicting the Queen. Facades will also be decorated in the English countryside. There will also be tricolor souvenirs for sale and tableware featuring her effigy at the markets. The British consider the event to be extremely important because it won't happen again soon. It is unlikely that Elizabeth II, or any other sovereign, will live to this extent: While Crown Prince Charles is now 73 years old and his son William is 40 years old, it is not likely that William will either.
