Discussion: Queen Elizabeth II Turns 91 With Quiet Day, Gun Salutes

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Queen Elizabeth II Turns 91 With Quiet Day, Gun Salutes Back to article

[clauscph]

One person’s quiet is another person’s gun salute…

[twowolves]

Cannon are usually quite loud.

[17pct]

Since she came of age in WWII London, I can see how ceremonial fire would seem relatively quiet. She knew they weren’t aimed at her, and she could stop them any time.