How Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Coach Inspired Matchbox | WTFF?
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2024
- As people around the world honor Queen Elizabeth II, here's the story of how, in 1953, her Coronation Coach helped launch one of the moved beloved tiny toys of all time. This is the Matchbox edition of Where’s the Fun from? (WTFF)
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Another great video, Tim! Thank you!
Thanks Lance. Appreciate it!
Super interesting - thanks, Tim!
Thanks, Mary! 🚙
Wow! I love learning about toy history😊 I'm looking forward to seeing you on the next History of Toys on the History channel!
Thanks Sandra!
"If I make you a miniature toy, will you stop bring BUGS into school?"😄
I know, right? I love that kid!
That was a really fun fact. Thank you.
Thanks much!