These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

Princess Elizabeth in WWII

Before she was England's longest-ruling Monarch, Princess Elizabeth served as an ambulance driver during World War II. When she was 18 years old, she was able to join the forces and trained with the Women's Auxiliary Territorial Service.

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