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The Dukes of Kent and Gloucester at the forefront of The King’s mind when making decision about the new Duke of Edinburgh

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11th March 2023
Almost 24 years ago in 1999, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip and the then Prince Charles agreed that one day, Prince Edward and Sophie would become the Duke & Duchess of Edinburgh. The announcement was made on the couple’s wedding day in June 1999, with Prince Edward one day destined to become Duke of Edinburgh. On March 10th 2023, the 59th anniversary of Edward’s birth, The King…
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Here's why James will never become Duke of Edinburgh

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10th March 2023
On March 10th, to mark Prince Edward’s 59th birthday, The King conferred the Dukedom of Edinburgh on his younger brother. As such, he is now the Duke of Edinburgh, and Sophie is the Duchess. Upon their elevation to a Dukedom, their son, James, became the new Earl of Wessex at the age of 15. Despite being heir to Prince Edward, James will never become the Duke of…
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The history of the Dukedom of Edinburgh

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10th March 2023
There is a brand new Duke of Edinburgh. King Charles III has created the Dukedom again for his younger brother, Prince Edward, fulfilling the wish of the most famous holder of the title, their father, Prince Philip. It’s another chapter in the long and varied history of this royal dukedom. Most recently, it was bestowed upon Prince Philip just ahead of his marriage to the then Princess…
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The King confers the Dukedom of Edinburgh on Prince Edward

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10th March 2023
The King has conferred the Dukedom of Edinburgh on his younger brother, Prince Edward, as he celebrates his 59th birthday. Prince Edward, formally known as the Earl of Wessex, is now the Duke of Edinburgh, with Sophie becoming the Duchess of Edinburgh. Their son, James, is now the Earl of Wessex, having previously been referred to as Viscount Severn. Edward will hold the title, previously…
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