Incredible powers of Queen Elizabeth II you didn't know she had

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1. Elizabeth, who marked 70 years on the throne this year, is the oldest and longest-reigning monarch in British history.

2. Elizabeth never went to a public school and was never exposed to other students. Instead, she was educated at home with Margaret, her younger sister.

3. Elizabeth was born on April 21, 1926, but it was sometimes confusing for the public to know when to celebrate.

4. In Australia, her birthday was celebrated on the second Monday of June, while in Canada, was marked on a Monday either on or before May 24, Queen Victoria's birthday.

5. Only the queen and those closest to her celebrated her April 21 actual birthday in private gatherings.

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6. The Queen does not have to pay tax, but she has been voluntarily paying income tax and capital gains tax since 1992.

7. Queen has Private ATM machine installed in the basement of Buckingham Palace

8. Queen can drive without a license.

9. She owns all swans on the River Thames.

10. Queen does not require a passport, as they are issued in her name.

11.The Queen has the power to form governments.

12. Queen Elizabeth II owns all the dolphins and whales in British waters,