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King Felipe privately pays homage to King Baudouin on 30th anniversary of his passing

King Felipe completed another engagement in Granada last weekend, after the military parade that marked National Armed Forces Day. Still in his military uniform, but no longer wearing the orders, His Majesty took part in a small commemorative ceremony for King Baudouin of the Belgians, in the year that marks the 30th anniversary of his death.  On Saturday, 3rd June, His Majesty…
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DenmarkEuropean RoyalsNorway

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary to play leading role in state visit from Norway

The Danish Royal Court released the schedule for the upcoming official visit from Norway, and Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary will play a central role in the events. King Harald and Queen Sonja will visit Denmark from 15 to 16 June, with engagements in Copenhagen and Aarhus. Queen Margrethe will remain the official host, but the Crown Prince Couple will host many of the…
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European RoyalsMiddle East

Americans who married royal

The United States fought the Revolutionary War to break away from King George III and Great Britain in the 1700s. The country did not want a rule by a monarchy. However, over the years, Americans (the officialdemonym for those from the United States) have married into different royal families across the world. Of course, two of the most famous are American actressGrace Kelly,who…
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Royal WeddingsSweden

The wedding dress of Princess Madeleine

When Princess Madeleine married Christopher O’Neill on 8 June 2013, she wore a bespoke Valentino creation. Madeleine chose the Italian designer to create her white lace gown with a wide neck, tight waist and large skirt. The dress featured appliquéd ivory-hued Chantilly lace and pleated silk organza. The upper half of the gown featured lace and an off-the-shoulder look. The bottom of…
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