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The Queen's Coronation Dress

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2nd June 2018
It has been described as the most important British dress design of the 20th century and the gown that the Queen wore at her Coronation, on June 2nd 1953, has its own place in history. The work of Sir Norman Hartnell, created in partnership by the Monarch, it has become one of the most emblematic outfits of the House of Windsor. This was arguably the most important commission of Sir Norman…
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The Recap: Thursday 31 May 2018

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31st May 2018
Prince Andrew continues his royal visit in China, The Queen’s Lord Lieutenant of North Yorkshire killed in a helicopter crash, and plans approved for a new crystal sculpture of Her Majesty on London’s Park Lane. James Alder brings you the latest royal news and…
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What is Trooping the Colour?

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31st May 2018
The majority of Brits will have heard of Trooping the Colour, but many do not understand what it actually is, why it takes place and who it involves. With the celebration taking place on 9th June, let us explain everything you need to know. The first thing you ought to know…
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Why does the Queen have two birthdays?

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29th May 2018
The Queen’s birthday is coming up soon, if you are experiencing a feeling of Déjà vu, don’t worry you are not imagining the fact that the Queen also had a birthday in April. The second Saturday in June is known as Queen Elizabeth’s official birthday, but the monarch was actually born on 21 April. While this means that the Queen has already celebrated her 92nd birthday this…
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The Personal Touches on the Queen's Consent for the Royal Wedding

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13th May 2018
It’s a formal moment in a ceremonial event but amidst the ancient language and symbolic illustrations on the Instrument of Consent for the marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are some very personal links between them and the Queen. For this document, revealed with just under a week to go until the Royal Wedding, underlines the importance of the Commonwealth to both the Monarch and the…
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