A secret World War II document opens Elizabeth's eyes to grim realities about a family member. The Duke of Windsor campaigns to re-enter public life.

As Philip leaves for a long tour, Elizabeth makes an upsetting discovery. Prime Minister Eden wants to strike back after Egypt seizes the Suez Canal.

The Crown has returned to Netflix queues for season 5 — and once again, viewers are left wondering what elements are based in fact and which pieces of the story fall on the side of fiction.

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'The Crown' is counting down to the royal drama's final bow Janine Henni is a Royals Staff Writer for PEOPLE Digital, covering modern monarchies and the world's most famous families. Like Queen ...