According to author Matthew Dennison, the Queen has remained seriously interested in Britain’s key ally since meeting First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt in 1942, when she was still Princess Elizabeth. (Image: PA)Writing for the Telegraph, Mr Dennison says: "In almost every instance, the Queen has also inspired admiration and respect. These are the qualities that underpin her unofficial title as her government’s 'secret weapon'." Sixty-five years later, President Barack Obama called her one of his "favourite people". Throughout her reign, British governments "have used the Queen as a negotiating tool" as they deal with the US, says Mr Dennison, author of The Queen.

Source: Daily Mirror June 12, 2021 21:55 UTC