Monaco

Memories and celebrations for Prince Albert in the Big Apple

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25th June 2023
Prince Albert travelled to New York City to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Principality of Monaco being officially recognised as a sovereign state by the United Nations.  This was also an occasion to celebrate the legacy of Prince Rainier III, Prince Albert’s father, in what would have been the 100th anniversary of his birth. On Monday, 19 June, His Serene Highness landed in…
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HistoryState & Ceremonial

The President who doubles as a Prince

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22nd June 2023
Not many people know that the continent of Europe is home not to one but two principalities recognised by most international organisations.  While most people have heard about Monaco, the Principality of Andorra remains mostly hidden from the majority of the public. The Pyrenees-nestled microstate was founded in 1278 with the same political arrangement with which it is managed today…
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British Royals

A weekend of firsts as King Charles leads Garter Day celebrations

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21st June 2023
Less than two days after presiding over his first Sovereign’s Birthday Parade, it was time for King Charles III to participate in his first Garter ceremony as monarch.  The sun was shining, and the wind was blowing upon Windsor on Monday, 19th June, when the King, Queen and members of the Royal Family arrived at St George’s Chapel for the traditional service.  Many of the people in…
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European Royals

Pearls in June for Queen Margrethe as glittering dinner sets sparkle on official visit from King and Queen of Norway

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16th June 2023
The first day of King Harald and Queen Sonja’s official visit to Denmark was brought to an end by a gala dinner at Amalienborg Palace, in the centre of Copenhagen. The Norwegian King and Queen were the guests of Queen Margrethe II, who was accompanied by Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary. Also present were members of both Governments, as well as prominent members of society…
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