Why Queen's handshake with Martin McGuinness is historic

The Queen has met with the Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness for an incredibly important handshake.

She is used to shaking the hands of many world leaders, celebrities and members of the public. But this time it's very different.

As part of the second day of her trip to Northern Ireland she shook Mr McGuinness' hand as a symbol of peace.

Just a few years ago, many people thought something like this would never happen.

Find out what this historic and important gesture means to the people of Northern Ireland by watching our film, below.