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This forgotten queen is about to be rediscovered and she's a lot more royal than her king

The Bayeux Tapestry is making its way to England for the first time in almost 1,000 years and that means we’ll all be talking a lot about Matilda, England’s first queen consort.And that’s because soon after the tapestry was created, a story began that it had been Matilda and her entourage who had stitched William the Conqueror’s famous victory into an historical…
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The history of the Order of the Garter

Garter Day is one of the most traditional in the royal calendar. The Most Noble Order of the Garter is an order of chivalry founded by Edward III in 1348 and is the most senior order in the country.Appointments are solely up to the Sovereign and made at their personal discretion. There no more than 24 living companions, or members, at any one time in addition to The King who is Sovereign of…
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The emerald ring that changed the monarchy forever

She was the woman who would change royal history forever. Wallis Simpson’s romance with King Edward VIII led to him deciding between love and duty. In the end, it was a choice of love. The King Emperor abdicated the throne as he was unable to marry the American divorcée…
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The special titles filled with tradition that William and Catherine are about to use

Many know William and Catherine as the Prince and Princess of Wales. But as they head to Scotland for their wedding anniversary, they will be using at least one different title that many already know – the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay.This is an ancient title and one that came to the couple automatically. As soon as Prince William became heir to the throne, on September 8 2022, he also…
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Edward and Sophie share secrets to happy marriage

During a six-day visit to Nepal, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have opened up some more about their 25-year-long marriage and the secret to lasting love.During a visit to a botanical garden, while hand-in-hand, the pair were exchanging jokes and when asked what their secret is to their happy marriage, Edward said ‘Because we’re best friends.’ Sophie then added…
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