British Royals

Prince William at society wedding of the year

While The Prince of Wales was in France this week for D-Day commemorations, he returned back in time for his friend’s wedding, one of the society events of the year. The heir to the throne was in Chester to attend the Duke of Westminster’s wedding and to play a crucial role. [getty src=”2155785174″ width=”409″ height=”594&#8243…
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What to expect from the Japanese State Visit to the UK

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan will be in the United Kingdom for a state visit from 25 to 28 June. The visit has been scaled back due to the upcoming UK general election but the schedule is fairly busy.On the morning of June 25, The Prince of Wales will welcome the Japanese Imperial couple at their hotel and will accompany them to Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall. There…
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Royal News

King Charles leads Royal Family at tributes on D-Day eve

Sixth June marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, a pivotal point in the Second World War when over 150,000 British, Canadian, and American troops stormed the beaches of Normandy to take control from the Axis powers. The King, The Queen, and The Prince of Wales attended a commemoration in Portsmouth on Wednesday to remember the anniversary and the “greatest generation.”King Charles, Queen…
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Queen Elizabeth II

The simple tomb of an historic queen

The Emperor and Empress of Japan will be in the United Kingdom for a state visit at the end of June. As part of their visit, they will be visiting the late Queen Elizabeth II’ss tomb at Windsor. What does the tomb of the longest reigning monarch in British history look…
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The dramatic story of a tiara worn by the most historic monarch of all

There are a few pieces of jewellery that became completely symbolic of the historic reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The tiara known as the Grand Duchess Vladimirovna remained one of her favourite pieces throughout her 70 years as Monarch.The tiara originally belonged to one of the most sociable members of the Romanov court, Grand Duchess Vladimir or Duchess Marie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin before…
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