British Royals

Why are William and Catherine known as Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland?

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5th November 2023
Many know Prince William and Catherine as the Prince and Princess of Wales. In Scotland, many know them under a different name – the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022, William immediately assumed the traditional title of an heir to the throne of England and became Duke of Cornwall. For the first day following the accession of King…
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The royal mistress accused of being a witch

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26th October 2023
Elizabeth “Jane” Shore (née Lambert) was one of the many mistresses of King Edward IV of England. Jane would go on to become one of the most intelligent and beautiful women in the realm. Known as the witty mistress of the king, she would come to be known as a…
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The story of England's First Queen: Matilda of Flanders

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22nd October 2023
Every monarchy has to start somewhere. For England, the ”modern” monarchy started with William the Conqueror and his wife, Matilda of Flanders. Matilda was born in 1031 into the House of Flanders. She was the only daughter of Count Baldwin V of Flanders and Adela of France. The Flanders were of strategic importance to most of Europe and England as they served as a “stepping…
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Queen Camilla

All the tiaras worn by Queen Camilla

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20th October 2023
Queen Camilla has just added a new chapter to the story of one of the most famous tiaras belonging to the Royal Family. She appeared in the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland diadem, a favourite of Queen Elizabeth II. It’s now one of several that Her Majesty has worn…
British Royals

The dutiful duke: the life and service of the Duke of Kent

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9th October 2023
For 70 years, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent has led a life of service to the crown. Edward, the son of Prince George, Duke of Kent, and the grandson of King George V will turn 88 this year. Ahead of his birthday, here is a look back at his seven decades of service. Embed from Getty Images The Duke, who is also the first cousin of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, was born on 9 October 1935…
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Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne on hand to cheer Scotland's rugby team as their World Cup dreams end

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8th October 2023
Scotland’s rugby team enjoyed royal support as they took on Ireland at the World Cup in France. The Princess Royal was on hand to see the team’s dreams of progressing in the tournament falter as they lost 36-14 to arguably the best side in the world right now. Embed from Getty Images Princess Anne was seen in the stands spotting sunglasses at times and wearing her Doddie Weir…
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