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1975 was marked by the fall of Saigon, Franco's death, and a European referendum. Papers released under the 30-year rule offer new insight into the political decisions of the year. Show more
30 minutes
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The Queen's accession was seen as the dawn of a new Elizabethan age. But how long would the euphoria last? Show more
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How much power is invested in the monarchy, and what part does it play in the constitution? With contributions from Sir Edward Heath and Tony Benn. Show more
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The decision by the monarchy to allow TV cameras to film the domestic life of the royal family marked a dramatic change in the relationship between the palace and the media. Show more
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The arrival of Margaret Thatcher in 1979 provoked a new adjustment in the relationship between the Queen and her Prime Ministers. Show more
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Anthony Howard looks back at 1992, a year which will forever be remembered as the Queen's "annus horribilis". Show more
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When the Princess of Wales was killed in a car crash in 1997, the Palace was plunged into a crisis over its inability to react to the public mood. Show more
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1974 was a year of the Three Day week, a Miners Strike and two General Elections. Sue MacGregor explores the papers released under the 30-year rule for more insight. Show more
45 minutes
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Sue Lawley's castaway is journalist and broadcaster Anthony Howard. Show more
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Martha Kearney reviews the newly released government papers from 1977, the year that saw Jim Callaghan struggling with back-bench rebellions and turmoil in Rhodesia. Show more
