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Princess Anne on the legacy of Eric Liddell, the Olympic runner who inspired Chariots of Fire

The Princess Royal has spoken of the importance of being part of a team for those competing at the highest level as she celebrated the life of one of Britain’s most famous Olympians. Princess Anne talked about the role that supporting others plays in sporting success as she marked 100 years since the victory of Scottish runner, Eric Liddell, at the Paris Olympics of 1924. Eric Liddell…
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The royal bride who had the last laugh by marrying her second choice prince

Mary of Teck, the fairytale princess who hid her story behind a wall of stone faced dedication to duty, was set on a path that would bring her a crown on July 6th 1893. On that summer’s day, she married the future George V in a huge royal wedding that turned them into a king and queen in waiting. The bride, whose parents had been so cash strapped that they had taken her and her siblings…
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The mystery of the Queen Mother's birthplace

She lived most of her adult life in the spotlight and yet one very basic detail of her story is shrouded in mystery. For no one is really sure exactly where Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother was born. And no one did more to get people guessing than the Queen Mum…
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Princess Anne's words of advice for Team GB on eve of Olympics

The Princess Royal had one word of advice for Team GB as they made final preparations for the Olympic Games in Paris – enjoy. Speaking as she met the athletes just hours before the Opening Ceremony of Paris 2024, the Princess wished them every success and said she wished ”it goes as well as you hope in every way”. [getty src=”2163508870″ width=”594&#8243…
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Prince George turns 11 and his mum marks the moment with special portrait

Prince George is celebrating his 11th birthday and there’s a very grown up portrait to mark the moment. The second in line to the throne is shown in a black and white image taken by his mum, the Princess of Wales. George, wearing a suit and shirt, is seen smiling in the photo which was taken at Windsor earlier this month. Photo by the Princess of Wales The picture was shared on…
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