Anniversary of the queen causes in the British Commonwealth protests and apathy

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After seventy years of stay on a throne Elizabeth II is perceived to United Kingdom as the immovable rock among uneasy waves. But in the former British colonies many see in it an anchor of the imperial past which harmful consequences it is felt still, reports on May 31 information agency "Associated Press". While United Kingdom magnificently celebrates platinum anniversary of the queen, some countries of the Commonwealth use this event to achieve an official gap with a monarchy and colonial history which she personifies. "Thinking of the queen, I represent the lovely old woman — speaks...