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The dates when two royal dukes are set to reveal their secrets

The Platinum Jubilee year of Elizabeth II has already led to millions of words being written about royalty but some of the most eagerly awaited are still to be published. It’s long been known that both the Duke of Sussex and the Duke of Kent would publish memoirs in 2022. Now we know when the regal revelations will be made. First to hit the bookshops will be the memoirs of The…
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Back to work for The Queen after Sandringham stay comes to an end

The Queen has welcomed the President of Switzerland to Windsor Castle as she resumed her official duties following a break for Easter and a stay at Sandringham. Her Majesty greeted Ignazio Cassis and his wife, Paola, as they arrived for an audience as part of their visit to the UK. Walking without a stick, and looking relaxed and happy, The Queen chatted with her guests and posed for…
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The Monarchs of 1952: Queen Juliana of the Netherlands

When Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the throne on 6 February 1952, she joined a large group of European rulers. In this series, Royal Central looks at the men and women who were ruling on the continent as the longest reign in modern European history got under way. Queen Juliana of the Netherlands One of only two reigning women at the time of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession, Queen Juliana…
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Jubilee Service of Thanksgiving at St. Paul's follows long royal tradition

The Service of Thanksgiving for the 70 year reign of The Queen will follow Jubilee tradition and be held at St. Paul’s Cathedral. Ever since 1897, the cathedral has hosted Jubilee services. On June 3rd 2022, it will welcome thousands to give thanks for the life and reign of Elizabeth II as she marks her Platinum Jubilee. Speaking ahead of the ceremony, the Dean of St. Paul’s, the…
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