Queen Elizabeth II has just overtaken
Johann II of Liechtenstein as the third-longest verified reigning
monarch in history. But who exactly is Johann II? Born 5 October
1840 in Elsgrub, Margraviate of Moravia in the Austrian Empire,
Johann II was the elder son of Aloys II, Prince of Liechtenstein
and Countess Franziska Kinsky of Wchinitz and Tettau. Johann II
ascended to the throne shortly…
In commemoration of the upcoming 100th
anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I, Princess Anne
was present for the unveiling of the ‘Soldier and Horse’ Memorial.
This memorial is purposed with remembering the important role that
horses have played in…
“Patriotism is not enough. I must have no
hatred or bitterness for anyone.” These were the words of Edith
Cavell, a British nurse who was shot for helping Allied soldiers
escape from Belgium during the First World War. Now, Edith’s memory
will be honoured…
