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The line of succession to the throne of King Charles III

King Charles III has now reigned for a year. His Majesty was the longest serving heir to the throne in recorded history, holding the position for over seventy years. Now, the line to what is his throne is the longest in the world with thousands in it, including monarchs of other nations. The path to the throne of King Charles III contains many names but the main focus falls on the few dozen…
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British Royals

How rainbows and shooting stars became symbols of a nation's mourning for Queen Elizabeth II

In the days between the death of Queen Elizabeth II and Her Late Majesty’s State Funeral, the country she had ruled for seventy years went into national mourning. And amidst the week and a half of ceremonial and constitutional events came some moments that would mark the passing of a Monarch. Amongst the most striking symbols of that strange time was the rainbow. As Buckingham Palace…
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British Royals

Charles III, King for a year

The King is marking the first anniversary of his accession. His Majesty will spend the day at Balmoral where he became Monarch. King Charles will pass the moment in quiet reflection as today is also, of course, the first anniversary of the death of his mother, Queen…
British Royals

King Charles gives thanks for dedicated service of Queen Elizabeth II

As he marks the first anniversary of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, His Majesty has paid tribute to her devoted service. In a short speech released one minute after midnight on September 8th 2023, The King said ”“In marking the first anniversary of Her late Majesty’s death and my Accession, we recall with great affection her long life, devoted service and all she meant to so many of…
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Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne, a central figure at the heart of the reign of King Charles III

As the newly crowned King Charles made his way back to Buckingham Palace from Westminster Abbey, he was surrounded by the biggest military parade London had seen in seven decades. And riding at its head was his sister, The Princess Royal. It was a striking moment, the first time a woman had taken such a role in almost 1000 years of royal history. And it was a very public demonstration of the place…
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