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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: Prince Philip "a man of great service to others"

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has released a statement on the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh, calling Prince Philip “a man of great service to others.” Prime Minister Trudeau’s message, released in both official languages—English and French—reads: “It was with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh. “A man of great service to others…
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Who will become the new Duke of Edinburgh?

Earlier today, Buckingham Palace announced the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. His titles now automatically pass to his heir, but who is that? On 19 November 1947, the day before his wedding to Princess Elizabeth, his father-in-law King George VI bestowed byLetters Patentthestyle HisRoyal Highnesson Philip, and on the morning of the wedding, 20…
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Royal Residences: A brief history of Birkhall

Royal Central is continuing its series which takes a look at the history of several royal residences. Read on to learn more about the Scottish home where Prince Charles had to self-isolate during the coronavirus pandemic. Where is it located? Birkhall is one of the Scottish residences of the British Royal Family which is located on the Balmoral Estate in Royal Deeside…
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Rare public appearance for the Duke of Edinburgh

The Duke of Edinburgh was in good spirits as he carried out a rare engagement. Prince Philip handed over the role of Colonel-in-Chief of the Rifles in a short ceremony at Windsor Castle. Philip, who turned 99 just over a month ago, is passing the position on to the Duchess of Cornwall. Camilla was welcomed as the new Colonel-in-Chief with a brief ceremony at her own home, Highgrove House, over…
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