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The princess who refused to consider marrying a prince

Louisa Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter and sixth child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, led one of the most colourful royal lives. Born 18 March 1848 as the daughter of the sovereign, Louise would also serve as the vice-regal consort of Canada when her husband served as Governor General, and devoted her public causes to the arts, higher education for women, and feminist…
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Prince William wants to be 'royal with a small r' in the future

What will the reign of King William V look like? It’s a question many have asked, and now the man himself has provided insight into what we should expect. Speaking to the royal rota from South Africa, William revealed that he hopes to be a king that leads with empathy, as “I think we could do with some more empathetic leadership around the world.” William said that it was a position…
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The quiet Louise who ended up as Princess Royal

She was the granddaughter of a history making queen and much preferred the quiet life to the glitter of royalty. But this princess got little choice in maintaining the low profile she sought and her life was one of drama and intrigue. For this royal called Louise was born the eldest daughter of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra and ended up as Princess Royal. Born Louise Victoria Alexandra…
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King Charles III

The Duchy of Lancaster came to the Crown in controversy and it's still making headlines today

It was such a valuable title that it led to a tussle for the Crown itself and the Duchy of Lancaster is still making waves over 600 years later. The Duke of Lancaster is a title that is always held by the Sovereign and the Duchy of Lancaster provides an income to the monarch. In recent days, it’s come under scrutiny as a joint investigation from the Sunday Times and Channel 4 Dispatches…
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