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Rare Childhood Letter from Young Queen Elizabeth Unearthed

2/18/2026

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A handwritten letter and doodles by a young Queen Elizabeth II have been discovered, offering a rare glimpse into her childhood.
The letter was addressed to Beatrice Stillman, the head housemaid.
The letter was hidden for decades.
It will be auctioned in Kent on February 27 for around £4,000.
The archive also contains a letter from Princess Margaret, highlighting their close ties during World War II.

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A handwritten letter and doodles by a young Queen Elizabeth II have been discovered, offering a rare glimpse into her childhood.
The letter was addressed to Beatrice Stillman, the head housemaid.
The letter was hidden for decades.
It will be auctioned in Kent on February 27 for around £4,000.
The archive also contains a letter from Princess Margaret, highlighting their close ties during World War II.