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Anglo-Swiss nurse Claire Bertschinger shares her disbelief in being named a Dame of the British Empire.

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Royal recognition

Anglo-Swiss nurse Claire Bertschinger shares her disbelief in being named a Dame of the British Empire.

Claire’s royal recognition

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