Spain

Infanta Elena carries out rare public engagements

Infanta Elena has carried out two rare public engagements on behalf of the Spanish Royal Family last week.  King Felipe’s oldest sister stepped out to preside over the awards ceremony for the “School contest for youth and child and youth painting”, organised by Patrimonio Nacional.  On Thursday, 6th June, Her Royal Highness arrived at the Royal Collection Galleries in Madrid, where…
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FeaturesKing Charles III

King Charles the Charitable

He has only been King for four months, but King Charles III may already have his new moniker: King Charles the Charitable. Of course, he is the patron of hundreds of charities, but it goes beyond just having the privilege of being a patron. King Charles visits charities, writes personal checks and encourages others to become involved. Aware of the cost-of-living crisis in the United…
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King Charles III

Sir Elton John receives very special honour from the Prince of Wales

Sir Elton John can add yet another accolade to his long list of achievements – the 74-year-old has been made a member of the Order of the Companions of Honour. The singer received the award for his Services to Music and Charity. The special award is granted to those who have made a major contribution to the arts, science, medicine, or government over a long period of time. In addition to…
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British RoyalsHistory

Princesses who married commoners: Princess Frederica of Hanover

Princess Frederica was born into the House of Hanover in 1848. Her parents were George, Crown Prince of Hanover and his wife, Princess Marie of Saxe-Altenberg. The Princess was also addressed as ‘Her Highness’ when in the United Kingdom due to her descent from King George III. In 1851, Frederica’s father became King George V of Hanover which made Frederica an eligible bride. When Frederica…
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