History

The queen’s daughter who disappeared without trace – a mystery that remains unsolved

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5th April 2024
Within the walls of one of England’s most picturesque castles, a queen gave birth to her only child and set in motion a chain of events that would become one of Tudor England’s most intriguing mysteries.  The birth had been much anticipated and much talked about.  The baby, a little girl, was immediately taken off to a nursery decked in scarlet and gold where a string of attendants awaited…
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Features

Queen Elizabeth II's poignant tribute in the most trying of times

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3rd April 2024
In a year when traditional remembrance for those who have given their lives for their country was made difficult by the pandemic, Queen Elizabeth II made one of the most poignant gestures of her reign. Her Late Majesty placed a floral tribute on the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior ahead of Remembrance Day, standing at the grave with a soldier who stood apart from her, as pandemic restrictions…
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Features

The pretty diamonds of a princess - and the best royal wedding tiara of all?

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29th March 2024
It’s grand, unforgettable and forever associated with one of the most famous princesses of the 20th century. The tiara chosen by Princess Margaret for her wedding to Antony Armstrong-Jones in May 1960 has become iconic. In fact, it was such a successful pick, it begs the question – is Margaret’s the best royal wedding tiara of all? The Poltimore Tiara, to give this sparkler…
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Royal News

Could Queen Mary have become Queen Regent and reigned for a king?

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28th March 2024
She was handpicked by Queen Victoria as the perfect queen consort for an evolving monarchy but new research reveals that Queen Mary might actually have reigned as a regent in a shock move designed to save the throne. Fascinating new work by Christopher Wilson, published in The Daily Telegraph, examines recently released papers that show a plan being formed for Queen Mary to take over following…
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