It turned out to be the most historic of months. September 2022 began quietly with the usual expectation of back to business after the summer. Within days, it had become a moment of history. The death of Queen Elizabeth II and the accession of King Charles III stopped the world. The days of mourning and the State Funeral were participated in by millions.
The last sight of a great…
The summer of 2022 was a long, hot one. It’s usually a quieter time for royalty around Europe but those sunny days brought some special events.
A royal engagement is announced
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Jordan’s royals were celebrating as Crown…
The summer of 2022 would prove to be long, hot and sunny in Europe. It’s traditionally a quieter time for royal houses across the continent as the holidays begin but amidst the sunshine there were moments that would prove to be truly historic.
A Golden…
It was a moment of real history. For the first time, and perhaps the only time, a British Monarch marked 70 years of rule. Queen Elizabeth II reached that milestone on February 6th 2022 but the main celebrations were held on an unforgettable weekend in June.
The Platinum Queen
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Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations began with an official…
The month of June was all about the Platinum Jubilee but other royals were available that month. A rather important celebration took place while events continued around the continent. If you missed the royal June 2022, enjoy it now.
Happy Birthday to a future queen
Ida…
As 2022 continued, some symbolic moments took place amidst the royal business as usual. A different voice rang through Parliament but as the first events of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations took place, Queen Elizabeth II was centre stage.
A Prince’s voice for a…
The year 2022 has brought many memorable moments and historic events. The royal story has been caught in some unforgettable photos which have become a record all of their own.
Easter at Windsor
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Easter for the Windsors was held at Windsor in 2022. The Royal Family joined Queen Elizabeth II at the Castle for a weekend of celebrations with younger members walking to morning…
OBITUARY: Benedict XVI - the first Pope to abdicate in over 500 years - dies aged 95
31st December 2022
Pope Benedict XVI has died.
The former Pontiff passed away at the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery on the morning of December 31st 2022. He was 95 years old.
His successor, Pope Francis, had asked for prayers for Benedict just days ago, saying that his health was fragile.
The past year has brought many major moments in the royal story around Europe. While many months have been filled with smiles and positivity, some have been dominated by sadness and controversy.
Anger at a memorial moment
A Thanksgiving Service for the life of the…
YEAR IN REVIEW: Queen Elizabeth II's final time at Buckingham Palace
30th December 2022
On 8 September, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away at the age of 96. Like many moments of her life, her funeral and remembrance events were covered and watched all over the globe. As thousands of mourners lined the streets of London, many stood by to pay their final respects as Her Late Majesty left Buckingham Palace for the final time.
Several days after her death and after returning…
