History

Final countdown to re-opening of Notre-Dame

After a tragic fire in April 2019, Notre-Dame de Paris will finally be reopening to visitors. The Paris cathedral will be officially reopening to the public on 8 December 2024 after five years of intensive restoration work following a fire on 15 April 2019. There will be two official reopening ceremonies, one on 7 December and 8 December. Although these ceremonies will be invitation…
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Features

Marie Antoinette, last Queen of France?

Marie Antoinette’s whole life was lived in the spotlight and her story continues to fascinate. While other women later took on the role of Empress of the French, Marie Antoinette has a special place in the country’s royal history. Here, Royal Central looks at the life and times of a woman whose tragic end often overshadows a determined life. Early Life Born on 2 November 1755 in…
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History

Damaged statue of King Louis XVI in USA attracts royal attention

The current situation in the United States, where President Trump has said he will authorise the military to enter towns and cities unless growing civil unrest comes to an end, has drawn attention around the world. In these circumstances, it is perhaps not unsurprising to hear members of royal families share their opinions. The protests began following the death of George Floyd on May 25th…
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#OTD 1785: Louis XVII of France is born

On this day, March 27, in 1785, His Majesty King Louis XVII was borne in France. He was born prince of France and Duke of Normandy and was the son of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. When his older brother, Louis Joseph, died in June 1789, he became the heir to the…
European Royals

Prince Jean of France welcomed France and Italy's president to his home

French media could this week report that on Thursday, Prince Jean of France welcomed the presidents of both France and Italy to his home, Amboise Castle. Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron were warmly welcomed by the prince and his family. One of the three current pretenders to the French throne, Prince Jean was joined on the occasion by his wife, Princess Philomena, and two of their children, Prince…
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