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The Monarchs of 1952: Queen Juliana of the Netherlands

When Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the throne on 6 February 1952, she joined a large group of European rulers. In this series, Royal Central looks at the men and women who were ruling on the continent as the longest reign in modern European history got under way. Queen Juliana of the Netherlands One of only two reigning women at the time of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession, Queen Juliana…
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King Charles III

Fresh details of Charles and Camilla's Jubilee tour of Canada revealed

As members of the Royal Family continue to tour parts of the UK and the Commonwealth in honour of the Platinum Jubilee, more details about the upcoming tour to Canada from the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have been revealed. Their Royal Highnesses will visit the country from 17 to 19 May. On the tour, Charles and Camilla will travel more than 2000 miles from the easternmost province…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge lead royal remembrance on Anzac Day

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took their turn in leading the Royal Family in remembrance on Anzac Day, a day to honour Australians and New Zealanders killed in war. It’s held on the anniversary of the Gallipoli landings during World War One. The two attended a Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey in London. During the service, the Dean of Westminster, David…
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The Edinburghs

The link With Queen Victoria of Sophie's new patronage

The Countess of Wessex has taken on a new patronage that has had a notable royal patron in its past. The Countess of Wessex has been named the new Patron of the Dispensaire Français in London. The group released a photo of Sophie visiting their London offices on 20 April. While visiting, she met with doctors and staff to discuss their work and then had coffee with volunteers and clients…
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