During his life, Prince Philip visited Norway a number of times. He was in the country both on official tours, but he also visited his Norwegian relatives and friends privately on several occasions. The last time the Duke of Edinburgh visited Norway was in 2001. Even though it is now 20 years ago, the memories of Prince Philip live on with the Norwegian people.
His last trip was a State Visit…
King Harald of Norway`s sick leave is officially over and he will resume his constitutional duties from April 12th 2021.
King Harald’s sick leave has been extended several times since an operation earlier this year and there was great interest in whether it would…
"A man of great character:" The former King of Greece releases a statement marking Prince Philip's death
10th April 2021
The former King of Greece, King Constantine II, has released a statement of condolence. Prince Philip and Constantine were first cousins once removed; both descended from King George I of Greece.
Constantine released the following statement to the Associated…
Grand Duke Henri says the friendship Prince Philip shared with his father "holds a special meaning for my family"
10th April 2021
Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg has sent a condolence letter today to Queen Elizabeth II following the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh yesterday.
The Grand Duke said that Prince Philip’s friendship with his late father, Grand Duke Jean, “holds a special meaning for my family.” Both the Duke of Edinburgh and Grand Duke Jean fought in World War Two.
Grand Duke Henri…
Members of the Greek Royal Family have written touching tributes to Prince Philip – born a Prince of Greece and Denmark – on their social media channels.
Crown Prince Pavlos wrote a long message talking about his “Uncle Philip” and how he was…
The King of Spain has sent a deeply personal message to the Queen following the death of The Duke of Edinburgh.
In a telegram, Felipe VI expresses his sympathy on the passing of his ”dear Uncle Philip”. It is addressed to ”Dear Aunt…
Queen Margrethe sends personal condolences to Queen Elizabeth after death of Prince Philip
9th April 2021
Queen Margrethe of Denmark has sent a personal message of condolence to Queen Elizabeth after the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh this morning.
The Danish Royal House said today: “Her Majesty The Queen has today sent personal condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in connection with the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.
“Prince Philip was…
Margareta, Custodian of the Crown in Romania has sent her condolences to The Queen on the death of Prince Philip, who she described as a ”father figure”.
Margareta’s late father, King Michael of Romania, was Philip’s cousin and the two, who were…
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde "deeply saddened" by Prince Philip's death
9th April 2021
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, the King and Queen of the Belgians, have sent their condolences upon the death of Prince Philip, saying that they are “deeply saddened.”
The full statement in English reads, “Deeply saddened by the passing away of His…
King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands have sent their condolences upon the death of Prince Philip.
Their message reads, “It is with great respect that we remember His Royal Highness Prince Philip. Throughout his long life, he committed himself with dedication to the British people and to his many duties and responsibilities. His lively personality never…