British RoyalsKing Charles III

Camilla sends Colonel's message to her troops

The Duchess of Cornwall has sent a message of support to The Rifles ahead of Remembrance Sunday and was seen sporting a special brooch commissioned by the Regiment. In a recorded message, Camilla says “Riflemen, with the rest of our nation, I am profoundly in your debt for all that you do, especially during these troubled times. Continue to uphold those qualities of discipline, courage…
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Monaco

Prince Albert pays tribute to victims of Nice terror attack

Prince Albert II of Monaco has paid his respects to the people of Nice following a terror attack in the Notre Dame Basilica on 29 October, leaving three people dead in the place of worship. The Sovereign Prince made a brief statement in a televised address to announce coronavirus lockdowns, saying, “This evening, my thoughts are with our neighbours in Nice, so horribly tried by the terrible…
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History of Royal Titles: the historic Duchy that only a male heir can hold

The Duke of Cornwall is a special title within the British monarchy, reserved for the male heir to the throne. First created in 1337 by King Edward III for his eldest son Edward, the Duchy was meant to provide an independent revenue stream for the heir to the throne that included land holdings. Prince Charles’s website notes that, “The Duchy currently provides an annual income of £21m…
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History of Royal Titles: the Dukedom of Kent

The present Duke of Kent has held the title since 1942, but it is a title that has only been awarded twice in the thousand years of the monarchy. A title belonging to Kent dates back to ancient times when Kent was its own kingdom before the seven Anglo-Saxon kingdoms…
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Prince Charles signs a cheque for £1 million

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall have visited the Bank of England to learn more about the financial implications behind the coronavirus pandemic and how the Bank has supported its patrons throughout the crisis. Since the pandemic began, the Bank of England has introduced measures to continue supporting people and businesses. Clarence House notes that the Bank created a “package…
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