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King Philippe and Queen Sofia lead tributes on anniversary of beloved king's death

On the 30th anniversary of his death, many European Royals reunited in Motril, Spain, to celebrate the life and legacy of King Baudouin of the Belgians. On Monday, 31st July, the Andalusian city welcomed King Philippe of the Belgians, nephew to King Baudouin and eventual successor to his throne. King Philippe was accompanied by his younger daughter, Princess Eleonore. Casa de S.M. el…
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European Royals

Which royals will travel to the Vatican for the Pope Benedict XVI's funeral?

Pope Benedict XVI died on New Year’s Eve at the age of 95, with his funeral scheduled to take place on Thursday, 5th January. It is likely mourners at the Vatican will be by members of Royal Households in the Papal state for the solemn occasion. The last time a Pope was buried was in 2005 following the death of John Paul II – a service which saw royals from across Europe fly to…
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British RoyalsQueen Elizabeth II

Chelsea Pensioners mourn their former Commander in poignant ceremony

The United Kingdom is being filled with tributes in memory of Queen Elizabeth II, the monarch of records whose life consisted of 70 years in service to her people and her country.  One particularly moving homage was offered by Chelsea Pensioners and staff of the Royal Hospital; called a Drumhead Service, it is a moment of prayer and reflection offered to fallen soldiers. This…
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International royalsSweden

Princess Birgitta of Sweden's husband dies at the age of 83

Prince Johann Georg of Hohenzollern, the husband of Princess Birgitta of Sweden has died at the of 83, the Swedish Royal Court has announced. He died in his sleep after a brief illness in a hospital in Munich, Germany. King Carl XVI Gustaf released the following statement: ‘I and my family received the news with great sadness that Princess Birgitta’s husband Prince Johann Georg of…
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