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From Commoner to Queen: The Royal Journey of Mary and Frederik of Denmark

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Discover the enchanting tale of how an Australian commoner, Mary Donaldson, became the Queen of Denmark alongside King Frederik X. Read on for a regal love story that captivated a nation!

Queen Mary of Denmark, formerly known as Crown Princess Mary, has ascended to the role of queen consort after nearly two decades. The abdication of Queen Margrethe II marked the beginning of a new era for Denmark, with Prince Frederik set to become the king. The royal transition is a momentous occasion, with the Danish people eagerly anticipating the coronation of King Frederik and Queen Mary.

As Princess Mary prepares to take on her new role as queen, the Danish royal family celebrates the coronation of King Frederik X and Queen Mary. The couple's journey from commoner and crown prince to king and queen has enchanted the nation, with crowds gathering to catch a glimpse of the new royal pair. Danish designer Soeren Le Schmidt's stunning snow-white dress worn by Queen Mary on the coronation day added a touch of elegance to the historic event.

The coronation of King Frederik and Queen Mary saw a significant moment in Danish history as Mary became the first Australian-born queen of a European monarchy. The tight-knit royal family, including the newly crowned King Frederik and Queen Mary, continues to captivate the public with their grace and charm. The couple's children, the princes and princess, are also an adored part of the Danish monarchy, ensuring a smooth transition and a promising future for the royal family.

In a historic twist, Crown Princess Mary's meeting with Crown Prince Frederik at a busy bar during the Sydney Olympics in 2000 led to a fairy-tale romance that culminated in their coronation as king and queen of Denmark. The regal meaning behind Queen Mary's coronation dress, chosen with precision by designer Soeren Le Schmidt, symbolizes a new chapter for the Danish monarchy, blending tradition with modern elegance.

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All About King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark's Royal Love ... (PEOPLE.com)

After being known as Crown Princess Mary for nearly 20 years, she is now the queen consort of Denmark. Queen Margrethe announced in her New Year's address on ...

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Denmark's Queen Margrethe officially abdicates the throne in favour ... (ABC News)

Denmark's longest reigning monarch, Queen Margrethe II, signs the declaration of her abdication, triggering the ascension of her son Prince Frederik and ...

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Key moment approaches for Princess Mary (NEWS.com.au)

Almost 20 years after officially being named Crown Princess, Mary Donaldson will shortly become the Queen of Denmark.

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Denmark celebrates King Frederik X and Queen Mary taking the ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Denmark is celebrating Crown Prince Frederik and his Australian-born wife Mary becoming the country's new king and queen.

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Everything we know as Denmark crowns new queen, Crown ... (The Independent)

As Queen Margrethe II is set to step down as Denmark's monarch, her son - Crown Prince Frederik - will ascend the throne. Meanwhile, his wife Crown Princess ...

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Australia's Princess Mary about to become queen of Denmark (9News)

Crown Prince Frederik and Princess Mary will be crowned as Denmark's king and queen at 1.35pm in Copenhagen (11.35pm Sunday night AEDT). Danish Prime Minister ...

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Crown Prince Frederik to become King of Denmark after abdication ... (CNN)

For many in Denmark, Queen Margrethe II is the only monarch they've ever known. But on Sunday, a new royal era will get underway when she hands power over ...

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Crowds gather to catch first glimpse of Australia's Mary, the new ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Crowds had begun gathering early on Sunday despite Copenhagen's freezing temperatures as Denmark welcomes King Frederik X and Queen Mary.

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Queen Mary of Denmark Chose a Snow White Dress by Soeren Le ... (Vogue.com)

Danish designer Soeren Le Schmidt is known for impeccably tailored creations and use of silk—which took center stage on January 14.

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Queen Mary Of Denmark Chose A Snow White Dress By Soeren Le ... (British Vogue)

Danish designer Soeren Le Schmidt is known for impeccably tailored creations and use of silk. As the new King Frederik of Denmark was crowned in Copenhagen, ...

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Meet Queen Mary and King Frederik's children, the princes and ... (Vogue Australia)

The tight-knit Danish royal family will hope little changes after the coronation of Queen Mary and King Frederik.

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Denmark coronation: Frederik, Mary crowned Denmark's new king ... (The Australian Financial Review)

Frederik, and his popular Australian-born wife Mary, ascended the throne after his mother shocked the nation by abdicating after 52 years as monarch.

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Australian-born Mary makes history as Denmark's new Queen (SBS)

Mary has become the first Australian-born Queen of a European monarchy following the proclamation of her husband as King Frederick X of Denmark.

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Australian-Born Princess Becomes Danish Queen (Voice of America)

Crown Princess Mary met Crown Prince Frederick at a busy bar during the Sydney Olympics in 2000.

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King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark Make First Appearance ... (PEOPLE.com)

King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark were proclaimed following Queen Margrethe's official abdication, with the new monarch giving a speech.

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King Frederik X and Queen Mary of Denmark Celebrate New Reign ... (Yahoo Singapore News)

King Frederik appeared emotional during his first outing as monarch, and his wife was by his side.

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King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark visit parliament on first ... (Daily Mail)

The royal couple were joined by their son, the newly named Crown Prince Christian, 18, as well as Frederik's mother Queen Margrethe in Copenhagen.

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Queen Mary of Denmark Doesn't Curtsy to Queen Margrethe for the ... (PEOPLE.com)

Queen Mary and King Frederik of Denmark reunited with Queen Margrethe following the change of reign for Danish Parliament's celebration of the new monarch.

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Australia celebrates Australian-born queen of Denmark with ... (The Associated Press)

Australian-born Mary Donaldson's unlikely journey from Tasmania to queen of Denmark is being celebrated across her homeland.

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The regal meaning behind Queen Mary's coronation dress (harpersbazaar.com)

On 14 January, Mary, and her husband Prince Frederik of Denmark, were confirmed as the nation's new queen consort and king at a fabulous coronation ceremony, ...

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