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Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon - younger daughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother (1930–2002)

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Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, was the younger daughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Born on August 21, 1930, at Glamis Castle in Scotland, she was known for her vibrant personality and her role as a member of the British royal family. This timeline highlights significant events and milestones in her life, from her birth to her passing on February 9, 2002.
Main Milestones
Birth
21 August 1930
Princess Margaret was born at Glamis Castle in Scotland, making her the first member of the royal family in direct line of succession to be born in Scotland since the 1600s. Her birth was a significant event, with the Home Secretary, J. R. Clynes, present to verify it. The registration of her birth was delayed to avoid her being numbered thirteen in the parish register.
Baptism
30 October 1930
Margaret was baptized in the private chapel of Buckingham Palace by Cosmo Lang, the Archbishop of Canterbury. This marked an important religious milestone in her early life.
Change in Line of Succession
1936
Following the abdication of her uncle, King Edward VIII, Margaret's father, Prince Albert, Duke of York, ascended to the throne as King George VI. This change made Margaret second in line to the throne, after her sister Elizabeth.
Wartime Experiences
World War II (1939-1945)
During World War II, Margaret and her sister Elizabeth stayed at Windsor Castle, despite suggestions to evacuate them to Canada. They participated in various activities, including staging pantomimes at Christmas to support the Queen's Wool Fund.
Romance with Peter Townsend
1950s
Margaret fell in love with Peter Townsend, a married RAF officer in the royal household. However, due to societal and religious objections, they did not marry. This period was marked by intense press coverage and public interest in their relationship.
Marriage to Antony Armstrong-Jones
1960
Margaret married Antony Armstrong-Jones, a photographer, in the first royal wedding to be televised. Armstrong-Jones was later created Earl of Snowdon. The couple had two children, David and Sarah.
Marital Strains and Divorce
1970s
The marriage between Margaret and Lord Snowdon became strained, with both engaging in extramarital affairs. They separated in 1976 and divorced in 1978, marking the first divorce of a senior member of the British royal family since 1901.
Later Life and Death
1978-2002
After her divorce, Margaret continued to perform royal duties and maintained close friendships with various celebrities and artists. She passed away on February 9, 2002, at the age of 71, in London.

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