The Netherlands

Historian speaks on King Willem-Alexander's legacy after marking 10 years as King

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18th April 2023
After a decade of reigning, King Willem-Alexander’s legacy is already being examined by Dutch historians, and one brands him ‘ordinary’ compared to his mother, Princess Beatrix. The historian Han van Bree, who specialises in the Dutch Royal Family, spoke to Vortsen about King Willem-Alexander’s legacy so far. He opined that the King rules more like his grandmother, Juliana, than his…
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British Royals

What are the Crown Jewels?

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17th April 2023
The Crown Jewels are the most sacred and special jewellery and regalia at the disposal of the monarch, and they are stored permanently at the Tower of London unless otherwise needed for state occasions, such as a coronation. In total, there are 142 objects with over…
King Charles III

King Charles III is one of Time's most influential people of the year

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16th April 2023
King Charles III has been named on Time magazine’s list of the world’s 100 most influential people just weeks ahead of his coronation. In a tribute written by British Vogue editor Edward Enninful, The King is lauded for his charitable work with The Prince’s Trust and his ability to blend the traditional aspects of monarchy with a modern touch that is relevant in today’s world. The King…
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British RoyalsHistory

Queen Victoria's Coronation Dress

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4th April 2023
Queen Victoria’s reign is notable for its length, for its innovations and revolutions, and for her steadfastness in navigating the Crown through to modern times. Her fashion was legendary both contemporarily—she helped popularise white wedding dresses—and today as a…
Features

The sparkling jewel that symbolises the union of Monarch and nation at the Coronation

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4th April 2023
The Sovereign’s Ring is an important symbol of a monarch’s coronation, representing their ‘kingly dignity’ and, in more ancient times, their union to their nation. William IV, crowned in 1831, was the first to wear the current Sovereign’s Ring, which was created by the then royal goldsmith, Rundell, Bridge & Rundell. It has been worn at subsequent coronations ever since, with the…
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British RoyalsFashion

The coronation dress of Queen Mary

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28th March 2023
She was renowned for her love of jewellery and her style; and there was never a fashion moment Queen Mary didn’t meet, so of course her coronation dress would be one of the most magnificent gowns she ever wore. Queen Mary’s coronation dress was a simple yet ornate…
King Charles III

Cheers for King Charles as he arrives to open new bank in London

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24th March 2023
King Charles was greeted with cheers when he opened the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in London. Upon his arrival at Canary Wharf, The King was greeted with cheers of “We love you,” before he entered the bank’s new headquarters in London. His visit comes almost 30 years to the day when, while still Prince of Wales, he opened the EBRD’s headquarters in Bishopsgate in…
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