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The unhappy royal love story which helped make Richard III a king

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26th June 2020
Richard III was declared King of England on June 26th 1483 – thanks to a royal romance which had all but been forgotten.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…
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A Calendar of Kings: June

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25th June 2020
History is scattered with monarchical milestones which tell the story of the reigns that have shaped a realm. June, that sunniest of months, is no different. Some of the most famous rulers in British history had landmark moments in its midsummer days. Here’s a Calendar of Kings for June.Birth of a KingJune is a busy month for kingly arrivals. Edward I was the first male English…
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The Royal Family celebrates the Duchess of Gloucester on her birthday

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20th June 2020
The Duchess of Gloucester’s ongoing work has been highlighted by the Royal Family on her birthday. The Duchess turns 74 on June 20th 2020.A range of photos of the duchess were shared on the official Twitter and Instagram accounts of the Royal Family along with words of praise for her ongoing dedication to royal duties.There was a reminder of the high level of engagements the Duchess…
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