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The royal betrothal that made Orkney part of Scotland

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are currently in the middle of a whirlwind tour of Scotland to thank those who have been working on the frontlines during the Covid-19 pandemic and to highlight groups working in environmentalism, mental health and wellness, and homelessness. Known as the Earl and Countess of Strathearn in Scotland, the couple are making their first official trip to the Orkney…
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Prince William speaks about personal memories of Scotland in General Assembly opening speech

The Duke of Cambridge spoke of his great love for Scotland in a speech to open the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. Prince William, known as the Earl of Strathearn in Scotland, said that his appointment as Lord High Commissioner was “both a great honour, and a humbling opportunity,” and that his role is to “reassure you of [The Queen’s] pledge to preserve and uphold the…
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Prince William sees impact of local volunteering on visit to North Wales

The Duke of Cambridge travelled to North Wales on Thursday to visit Brighter Futures, a consortium of eight groups in Rhyl that encourage people of all ages to engage in community activities and issues. Brighter Futures’ website notes that the eight local groups “shares equipment, skills and facilities to reduce overall costs, reduce duplication, reduce waste and provide better quality…
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Royal Wedding Rewind: The Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

Prince William married his long-time girlfriend Kate Middleton on 29 April 2011. Today, let’s take a look back at the ceremony and the couple. Prince William, the oldest son of Prince Charles and the late Diana, Princess of Wales, was born 21 June 1982 in London. His future bride, Catherine Middleton, was born 9 January 1982 to Carole and Michael Middleton, in Reading. William and Kate met…
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