History

Henry VIII's hat finds a home at Hampton Court Palace

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22nd January 2015
The year was 1544, and, after many gruelling months, the Frenchmen in the coastal town of Boulogne had surrendered to the English.When he heard news of the surrender, a victorious King Henry VIII triumphantly flung his hat into the air. Hat linked to Henry VIII acquired by Historic Royal Palaces in Hampton Court’s 500th anniversary year. (Photo courtesy of Historic Royal Palaces). The hat…
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Palaces & Buildings

500 Years of History: 2015 at Hampton Court Palace

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17th January 2015
Historic Royal Palaces has announced an exciting year of exclusive events to celebrate 500 years of Royal history. This year will mark 500 years since Cardinal Wolsey leased Hampton Court and began a massive refurbishment transforming Hampton Court into an extravagant palace. A palace that would eventually be relinquished to his one-time supporter and friend, King Henry VIII as part of his…
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History

Prince Charles: Waiting... the long and the short

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14th January 2015
Prince Charles was born to fulfill a specific purpose – to one day be King. 66 years later, he is still waiting. Some princes wait longer than others to fulfill their destiny. Henry VI became King of England in 1422 at the age of only nine months, following his father…
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Right Royal Gifts: What The Queen and Royal Family received in 2014

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14th January 2015
Every year, the official gifts list provides insight into what members of the public, companies and dignitaries gave to Her Majesty and the rest of the Royal family. Many of the gifts commemorate visits and events. Royal Central takes a look at some the gifts the Royal family received in 2014. The Queen received an array of gifts in 2014. Mazen Homoud, Ambassador of Jordan, gave Her Majesty a…
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History

Richard III community appeal continues

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13th January 2015
A community appeal that was launched in November last year to raise money for the reinterment of King Richard III has managed to raise £11,000 of the £2.5 million required for the reburial of the former King of England. The community appeal hopes to raise as much as…
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Princess Mary's Christmas gift

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11th January 2015
For millions of people across the globe, tuning in to The Queen’s Christmas Message is a part of their Christmas tradition, and with the internet it is now much easier to view Her Majesty’s broadcast at one’s convenience. The theme of this year’s message (December…
Palaces & Buildings

Napoleon comes to Windsor Castle

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6th January 2015
The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo and defeat of Napoleon will be commemorated in 2015. The new exhibit will run through 2015, Waterloo at Windsor: 1815 – 2015. It will bring together a themed trail through the State Apartments containing an exhibition of drawings, prints, and archival material that investigates the battle and its consequences. One of the highlights on display will…
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