The Netherlands

Count Claus-Casimir to finish school at Gordonstoun

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24th September 2020
Count Claus-Casimir, the only son of Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands, will finish his schooling at Gordonstoun international boarding school in Scotland. The 16-year-old has already travelled to Scotland and will be in quarantine for two weeks, as is required by the UK, before he can attend classes in person. Until then, he will attend classes virtually. His mother…
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Queen Máxima opens new theatre space in Rotterdam

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18th September 2020
Queen Máxima attended the opening of the Theater Zuidplein in Rotterdam on Wednesday. The new space, which also holds a branch of the Rotterdam Library, has allowed for greater space and opportunities to present diverse arts productions, including theatre, art, literature, education sessions, and informational sessions. The Theater Zuidplein also houses a restaurant. The Royal House notes…
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Granny Knows Best: the grandparents of King Willem-Alexander

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14th September 2020
Willem-Alexander is the current King of the Netherlands. When he came to the throne in 2013, he was the first king in 123 years after three generations of queens. He is from the House of Orange which has reigned over the Netherlands for over 400 years, firstly as a republic and since 1815 as a kingdom. His grandparents consist of two minor members of the German nobility – who lived many…
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