Denmark

King Frederik and Queen Mary announce State Visit to Germany

The Danish court  has announced that King Frederik and Queen Mary will make an official State Visit to Germany in late October. From 21 to 22 October, the Danish King and Queen will be in Germany for a State Visit.They will be welcomed in Berlin by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and will then visit the Reichstag, the German parliament.King Frederik and Queen Mary will…
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The Netherlands

All the Princess' horses: Amalia on inspection ahead of big event

The Princess of Orange is doing her part to prepare for Prince’s Day on Tuesday- on Monday she paid a visit to the Royal Military Constabulary to visit the horses and riders who will take part in the big day.Princess Amalia was in Wassenaar to visit the mounted horse guard starring in Prince’s Day. Given a tour by commanders, she was introduced to several riders and was able to learn…
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History

Diamond Jubilee barge back at special dock

The late Queen’s barge, Gloriana, has finally found a new permanent home.Gloriana played several important public roles in 2012. The barge was commissioned by Lord Sterling of Plaisthow and was officially launched in April 2012.It led a 670 boat flotilla down the…
Sweden

The royal birthday celebrations you probably haven't heard about

If there is one day in the calendar that’s a bumper birthday for the royals, it’s 15 September. The Duke of Sussex celebrates on that date as does Queen Letizia of Spain. However, one often-overlooked royal also marks his birthday – Prince Daniel of Sweden. Prince Daniel, Duke of Västergötland was born Olof Daniel Westling on 15 September 1973 to Olle and Ewa Westling in…
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History

The brutal assassination of a beloved Empress

One of the most popular royals of the nineteenth century met a tragic end on 10 September 1898. It was the day when Empress Elisabeth of Austria was assassinated. Empress Elisabeth, more commonly known as Sisi, was a beloved royal. She was known for being exceptionally beautiful and was a fashion trendsetter for decades. However, she also suffered from severe mental health issues that were…
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