Stories from the Palaces

Crown Jewels and Coronation: Dame Gillian Wagner


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Dame Gillian Wagner, who has had a distinguished public career in social work charities, is the widow of Sir Anthony Wagner, Garter King of Arms. She was present inside Westminster Abbey on 2 June 1953, as the wife of a herald, and had a grandstand view. Dame Gillian shares her very personal memories about the day, the ceremonies, and her husband's role.

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