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Queen Margrethe II abdicating throne, son Crown Prince Frederick to succeed

Queen Margrethe II announces abdication after 52 years on the throne.

Longest Reigning European Monarch Set to Abdicate, Passing the Crown to Her Son

In an unexpected announcement on the first day of the new year, Queen Margrethe II of Europe revealed her plans to abdicate the throne after an impressive reign of 52 years. At the age of 83, Queen Margrethe II is Europe's longest-reigning living monarch, and her decision to step down on January 14th, exactly 50 years after she ascended to the throne in 1972, has captivated both royal enthusiasts and citizens alike.

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