British Royals

King Charles honours Royal Navy personnel for last duty for Queen Elizabeth II

King Charles III has presented a special honour to over 150 members of the Royal Navy who took part in the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. His Majesty bestowed the Royal Victorian Order on service personnel who took part in the funeral processions for Queen Elizabeth in September 2022. Petty Officer Joel Rouse/ UK MOD Crown Copyright 2023 The special ceremony, at Windsor Castle, saw…
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What is a royal jubilee?

There’s been a real raft of jubilees across Europe in the past few years with a trio of monarchs reaching landmarks in their reigns. We’re about to see Sweden party the summer away with the Golden Jubilee of King Carl XVI Gustaf. It comes hot on the heels of…
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A royal rarity - an emerald engagement ring

The birthstone of May was a favourite of a queen born in that month but since the time of Victoria, it’s rarely featured in the rings worn by royal brides at their betrothals. Here’s our rundown of that rarest of royal sparklers – the emerald engagement…
British Royals

The Princess of Wales with nod to Queen Elizabeth II as the Chelsea Flower Show gets under way

The Princess of Wales appeared to make a nod to Queen Elizabeth II as she opened up royal participation in this year’s Chelsea Flower Show. Arriving at the gardens in a surprise visit on press day, the Princess chose a bright pink tea dress. The shade was almost identical to the one worn by Queen Elizabeth II when she made her final visit to the show in 2022. Last year, Her Late…
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