British Royals

How King Charles turned to his beloved grandfather, George VI, for two symbols of royal power

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6th November 2023
King Charles III is about to open Parliament for the first time in his reign and he’ll have a very special link to his beloved grandfather, the UK’s last king before him, as he does it. For Charles III is set to wear the Robe of State that first belonged to George VI for the event. His Majesty chose to use the Robe of State and Robe of Estate belonging to his grandfather at his…
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British Royals

The iconic royal jewel made for a king and now used by queens

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6th November 2023
It is one of the most symbolic pieces of jewellery in the royal collection and it could be about to get a new chapter in its history. It was originally created for a king but has only been worn by queens for almost two decades. Now, Queen Camilla could continue that tradition and wear the George IV State Diadem for the first State Opening of Parliament of her husband’s reign. To be…
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Features

The secret queen who was removed from history

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5th November 2023
She was the long dead widow who was used by a king to overthrow his own nephew and yet her name is all but forgotten today. Eleanor Butler was the woman who helped change the royal history of England forever and almost brought one of its most famous dynasties to disaster…
British Royals

The big question over King Charles at his first State Opening of Parliament as Monarch

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5th November 2023
The first State Opening of Parliament of the reign of King Charles III is set to take place in the early days of November 2023 but ahead of this solemn event, steeped in history, one big question remains. As His Majesty speaks before the assembled politicians in the House of Lords, will he be wearing the Imperial State Crown? It is usual for the Monarch to wear the Crown which is the symbol of…
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Spain

Princess Leonor swears allegiance to Spain's constitution in historic ceremony

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31st October 2023
Spain’s future queen has sworn allegiance to the country’s constitution in an historic ceremony. Princess Leonor took her solemn oath before the country’s parliament. Casa de S.M. el Rey/ X still/ fair use The ceremony took place on October 31st 2023, her 18th birthday. From this moment, she can reign by herself without a regency and can act as regent should her father…
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