British RoyalsQueen Elizabeth II

Governor General unveils new Canadian Platinum Jubilee emblem

The Governor General of Canada has shared a new heraldic emblem for The Queen’s Canadian Platinum Jubilee.  Shared on social media on Monday, 7 February, the new design is described as: “Created and painted by Cathy Bursey-Sabourin, Fraser Herald, the emblem’s seven-sided shape, seven pearls and seven maple leaves all celebrate the 70 years of Her Majesty’s reign.” …
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A modern way to say congratulations as ancient royal palaces mark the Jubilee on social media

In honour of her Platinum Jubilee, The Queen’s historic homes have been taking to social media to send their well-wishes. Historic Royal Palaces have sent their congratulations and shared some trivia about other notable reigns. The organisation manages the Tower of London, formally known as Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, Hillsborough Castle, the…
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British RoyalsPrince & Princess of WalesPrincess Anne and FamilyThe Yorks

Platinum Jubilee: Who has been second in line to the throne during the reign of Elizabeth II?

On Sunday, 6 February, The Queen will reach 70 years on the throne. While she has had the same heir to the throne for her entire reign, Prince Charles, the second in line to the throne has changed several times. We will be looking at the different people who have been second in line for the throne throughout Her Majesty’s reign. Princess Anne- 6 February 1952 to 19 February…
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British RoyalsKing Charles IIIPrince & Princess of Wales

Charles, Camilla and Kate get arty on a joint engagement supporting The Prince's Foundation

In a rare outing on Thursday morning, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall, and the Duchess of Cambridge had a joint engagement in London celebrating a shared love of art. The trio visited The Prince’s Foundation in the former Trinity Buoy Docklands to meet with students taking courses from The Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts. When they first arrived, they were met by…
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