The lesser-known, quieter queen
When she was crowned, 45% of Danes were in favour of monarchy. Today, some 80% like the idea, much of it due to the charm of their 82-year-old chain-smoking (since 2006, only in private) queen. Celebrations for Margrethe's golden jubilee were canc...

When she was crowned, 45% of Danes were in favour of monarchy. Today, some 80% like the idea, much of it due to the charm of their 82-year-old chain-smoking (since 2006, only in private) queen. Celebrations for Margrethe's golden jubilee were cancelled in January due to Covid restrictions. This weekend, planned street parties to mark the occasion were again called off to respect the death of an older royal in a neighbouring monarchy. So, quietly and tastefully, we raise a glass to her majesty.
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