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Prince John - the forgotten son of the House of Windsor

Almost 103 years ago, Prince John of the United Kingdom died from a severe seizure. John was the fifth son and the youngest of the six children of King George V and Queen Mary. Prince John was born at York Cottage on the Sandringham Estate on 12 July 1905. Much of his early life was spent on the Sandringham estate with his siblings, Prince Albert (Bertie, later George VI), Princess Mary, Prince…
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Royal touch at Epcot in Disney World

As Disney World marks its 50th anniversary, we are taking a look at the royal touches in the Florida theme park. I know what you are thinking. Of course, Disney World has a royal touch! It is marked by the giant castle belonging to Cinderella. However, a real royal left…
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Platinum Plans: the countdown to an historic Jubilee

In four months’ time, The Queen will reach the 70th anniversary of her reign, meaning the countdown to the Platinum Jubilee is well and truly under way. The monarchical milestone falls February 6th 2022 but the whole of the coming year is set to be a celebration for a truly historic royal moment. Many events are already in the pipeline and over the coming months, here on Royal Central…
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Steady hands and calm nerves as for a cleaning job like no other at Windsor Castle

Some of the most sparkling lights around Windsor Castle have been given an autumn clean as parts of the famous royal residence prepare to open to the public again. The Semi-State Rooms at Windsor will welcome visitors from September 30th 2021 and, ahead of that, the sparkling lights in the Crimson Drawing Room have been painstakingly spruced up. Copyright Information Royal Collection…
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The man behind the image: the Royal Family talk about Prince Philip in special TV show

Energetic, caring and very much his own man, the portrait painted of Prince Philip is a special BBC One documentary marking his life and legacy was familiar in many ways. But what set this programme apart were the people telling the story. As the Royal Family spoke movingly of the father and grandfather they lost in April 2021, the love Prince Philip had for his nearest and dearest, his chosen…
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