British Royals

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 herself. In 1980, as preparations were under way for her eightieth birthday celebrations, a Clarence House press officer was asked to…
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The moment Queen Elizabeth II parachuted into royal history

It was a moment that took the world by surprise and, as the Olympics get under way again, it’s a stand out memory of the Games. In 2012, Queen Elizabeth II took a starring role in one of the most famous Olympics opening ceremonies of all time. On July 27th 2012, all eyes were on London for the inauguration of the Summer Games. A spectacular event, directed by Oscar winner Danny Boyle, was…
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Charles III delivers King's Speech at State Opening of Parliament

The King has overseen the State Opening of Parliament. Just twelve days after Labour took power with a landslide General Election win, Charles III travelled to Westminster to deliver The King’s Speech. The speech is always written by the government, setting out its plans for the parliamentary year ahead. Their Majesties assume their thrones in the House of Lords for the State…
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