British Royals

How the papers of 1926 reported the big royal story of the year: the arrival of the baby who would grow up to be Queen Elizabeth II

On April 21 1926, the papers had an early start. Breaking news in the early hours of the morning meant the front pages had to be held. When they appeared, they heralded a moment of history. A baby girl had been born and she would change the Monarchy forever. To the duchess, a daughter ‘Daughter for Duchess of York’ was a typical headline on the morning of April 21 1926. The Derby Daily…
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New stamps featuring Queen Elizabeth II begin final countdown to centenary of her birth

The final countdown to the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II is under way and brand new stamps have been released to mark the special anniversary. Royal Mail have launched eight stamps commemorating the life and reign of Elizabeth II, shown to the public for the first time with just a week to go until the centenary. The stamps feature all eras of Elizabeth’s life, starting with family photos…
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King Charles receives gift usually presented to Queen Camilla

King Charles has received a gift that’s usually just for Queen Camilla. As The King left St. Asaph Cathedral following the Maundy service, he was presented with a posy of spring flowers. Usually, just royal women are presented with flowers. But all the leading figures at the Maundy service are given posies which meant King Charles left St. Asaph Cathedral carrying a bouquet of spring…
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King Charles and Queen Camilla to make State Visit to USA on invitation of President Donald Trump

The King and Queen will make a State Visit to the United States of America. King Charles and Queen Camilla have accepted an invitation from US President, Donald Trump, who is expected to host his royal visitors at the White House. Full details of the Visit and the exact dates will be announced shortly but the King and Queen will undertake the trip in April. It will be the first State…
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