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| Author: | JimD [ 28 Jan 13, 20:41 ] |
| Post subject: | Dutch Queen Announces She Will Abdicate |
Dutch Queen Beatrix will abdicate in April, clearing the way for her eldest son to become the first king in more than a century. She made the announcement to leave after 33 years as head of state in a nationally televised speech, signalling the end to the reign of one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs. Crown Prince Willem-Alexander is in line to take her place after she leaves the throne on April 30. The move had been widely expected, but the confirmation of the queen's departure is expected to bring an outpouring of emotion from the Dutch, most of whom adore their queen and refer to her as "Bea". LBC |
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