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402146 02: Queen Elizabeth II smiles at the crowd March 11, 2002 as she leaves Westminster Abbey, after attending a service to celebrate Commonwealth Day in London. The annual celebration pays tribute to the countries of the Commonwealth, a confederation of countries where the Queen is still recognized as Head of State, albeit a ceremonial one. (Photo by Sion Touhig/Getty Images)

402146 02: Queen Elizabeth II smiles at the crowd March 11, 2002 as she leaves Westminster Abbey, after attending a service to celebrate Commonwealth Day in London. The annual celebration pays tribute to the countries of the Commonwealth, a confederation of countries where the Queen is still recognized as Head of State, albeit a ceremonial one. (Photo by Sion Touhig/Getty Images)