Princess Anne and Family

''Not bloody likely'' - the attempted kidnapping of Princess Anne

A terrifying experience unfolded just yards from Buckingham Palace. On the 20th March 1974, Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event when their car was forced to stop on The Mall. Once the car came to a standstill, an armed assailant, Ian Ball, began firing a pistol. Anne’s personal protection officer, Inspector James Beaton, jumped out of the car in an…
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Princess Anne and Family

“Not bloody likely” – The attempted kidnapping of Princess Anne

On the 20th March 1974, Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event when their car was forced to stop on The Mall. Once the car came to a standstill, an armed assailant, Ian Ball, began firing a pistol. Anne’s personal protection officer, Inspector James Beaton, jumped out of the car in an attempt to shield Her Royal Highness from any injury. Unfortunately…
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King Charles III

The King is presented with the Scottish crown jewels at ceremony in Edinburgh

King Charles III has been presented with the Honours of Scotland during a ceremony in Edinburgh to mark His Majesty’ coronation. Accompanied by Queen Camilla and the Duke & Duchess of Rothesay, The King attended the Service of Thanksgiving at St Giles’ Cathedral where he received the crown and sceptre. His Majesty was also presented with the Elizabeth Sword – a new item…
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Jubilant scenes after The King’s horse Desert Hero wins at Royal Ascot

There were scenes of jubilation in Berkshire on Thursday after King Charles III and Queen Camilla recorded their first-ever Royal Ascot winner. Desert Hero, trained by William Haggas and ridden by Tom Marquand, won the King George V Stakes by just a head. Starting at odds of 18/1, Desert Hero was not fancied by many to win the race. However, the horse showed a gutsy turn of foot, powering…
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