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Before they were royal: The life of Princess Michael of Kent

One of the most interesting – and controversial – members of the British Royal Family has always been tied to royalty. We’re taking a look at the early life of Princess Michael of Kent, an accomplished author, interior designer, mother, grandmother, and wife to The Queen’s first cousin. The future princess was born Baroness Marie Christine von Reibnitz on 15 January 1945…
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British Royals

Andrew's royal public life is over but an important constitutional role remains

The decision to remove royal patronages and military associations from the Duke of York draws a line over questions about his public royal life. But despite that, a constitutional role and a rather important one remains attached to Andrew. Despite being cut off from the House of Windsor, in extremis he could still play a major part in its future. The prince remains ninth in line to the throne.
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Queen Elizabeth II

10 Downing Street held a boozy party the night before The Queen mourned her husband of 73-years alone

Friday’s Daily Telegraph sensationally reports that a ‘boozy party’ was held at 10 Downing Street the night before the funeral of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Restrictions in England at the time banned indoor gatherings, meaning The Queen had to mourn Prince Philip all alone. The picture of our monarch of 70 years sat alone in St George’s Chapel has become one of…
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The Yorks

Which royal patronages has Prince Andrew lost?

As announced by Buckingham Palace earlier today, The Duke of York has given back his military appointments and patronages to The Queen. While he had already stepped down as patron from several organisations due to his ongoing legal issues, he has now renounced all patronages. Prior to this step, Prince Andrew was patron to over 100 different organisations both in Britain and across the…
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