British RoyalsFashionHistoryQueen Elizabeth II

The Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara: an iconic royal jewel

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17th November 2021
The Queen has numerous tiaras to choose from for formal occasions. However, there are a few that she turns to again and again. The Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara is one of those pieces, and even features in the first portraits taken during her reign. Queen Mary’s Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara was given to Princess May of Teck as a wedding present. Society hostess…
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Majesty and image at the heart of new Platinum Jubilee exhibitions

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15th November 2021
Three special exhibitions marking the Platinum Jubilee of The Queen will be held at famous royal residences in the summer of 2022. The displays at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and Holyroodhouse will focus on major milestones in the historic reign of Elizabeth II and put the spotlight on the image of majesty created throughout her time on the throne. The Coronation is at the heart of the…
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The Festival of Remembrance: a special royal tribute

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12th November 2021
The Festival of Remembrance is one of the main events on the Royal Family’s calendar every November, a chance to pay tribute to the soldiers who have served and sacrificed their lives in service to Great Britain and the wider Commonwealth. This year’s event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 13 November, with members of the Royal Family in attendance, though The Queen will miss it due…
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What happened to the Korean monarchy?

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12th November 2021
When you think of Asian monarchies, Japan, Bhutan, and Thailand come to mind. However, Korea was once a monarchy, as well. A united Korean Empire (before the Korean War that led to the split into North and South Korea) existed from October 1897 until Korea was annexed by…
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As he turns 40, how is Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg preparing to become sovereign?

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11th November 2021
On 18 December 2000, 19-year-old Prince Guillaume got his moment in the spotlight when he got sworn in as Hereditary Grand Duke of Luxembourg.  Since then, His Royal Highness has been preparing for his duties as sovereign of the small Grand Duchy in central Europe.  Like most heads of state around the world, the Grand Duke of Luxembourg is also the Chief of the Armed Forces. In preparation…
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