Today we’re looking at a royal history mystery involving a noblewoman
of the Elizabethan age. What happened to Amy Robsart?
Amy Robsart was born in Norfolk on 7 June 1532, the only child
of Sir John Robsart and his wife Elizabeth Scott. Raised in a prominent Protestant
household, Amy received a fine education and was married three days before her 18th
birthday to Robert Dudley, a younger son…
Royal History Mystery: when did Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn get married?
27th April 2020
Today we’re looking at a royal history mystery involving, perhaps, the most controversial queen consort England ever had. When did Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn get married?
The story of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn is long and convoluted and has been studied, dissected and…
Today we’re looking at a royal history mystery involving the
death of a king. What happened to William II of England?
As the third son of William the Conqueror, William II had already made his mark before he even became king. His exact date of birth is not known but it…
Today, let’s look at some of the best diamonds in the Luxembourg Grand Ducal Family vaults.
Belgian Scroll Tiara
Presented to Princess Joséphine-Charlotte of Belgium in 1953
upon her marriage to Hereditary Grand Duke Jean, this intricate diamond tiara
features a whopping 854 diamonds set in scrolls, crescents, and palmette
designs made of platinum. The large centre diamond, which…
Today we’re looking at a royal history mystery involving the
death of a king. What happened to Edward II of England?
Edward II was born in 1284 as the fourth son of Edward I and
Eleanor of Castile. His three elder brothers pre-deceased him, and he became
his father’s…
The Cambridge Family again took part in the ‘Clap for Carers’ campaign to recognize the NHS’s frontline workers, this time appearing on the BBC in front of their Anmer Hall home.
VIDEO: The Cambridge Family join in with the #ClapForCarers…
The Duchess of Cambridge has sent a letter of support to one of her earliest patronages, East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH), as they continue to work through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kate’s letter reads:
“I am writing to tell you how much I am thinking of all the team at EACH at this unprecedented and hugely challenging time for you all.
“Whether working on the frontline, or…
Duke of Cambridge writes of support for Centrepoint and Child Bereavement UK
22nd April 2020
The Duke of Cambridge has written letters to his patronages,
Centrepoint and Child Bereavement UK, supporting their work throughout the
novel coronavirus outbreak.
William’s letter to Centrepoint reads:
“I’m writing to let you know how much I am thinking…
The Cambridges launch Our Frontline for key workers' mental health during COVID-19 crisis
22nd April 2020
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have backed a new mental
health initiative for key workers who are on the frontlines of the COVID-19
pandemic.
Our Frontline offers round-the-clock support and specialised
support to those who work in health, emergency services, social…
The Duchess of Cambridge has written another letter of
support to one of her patronages, this time Action for Children, a charity that
“protects and supports children and young people,” per its website.
“I’m writing to express my sincere appreciation to all of
you at Action for Children during this hugely unsettling time.
“Whilst you are having to adapt your services during…
