British Royals

The time The Queen Mother went missing during an official engagement

A long-serving Derbyshire police officer’s family have revealed some fascinating anecdotes about his service in the force, including the day that Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother visited the county and ended up going missing. Ian Parker served in the police force for more than three decades and shortly after the 88-year-old recently passed away, details of his encounter with The Queen Mother…
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What is Trooping the Colour?

For over 260 years, Trooping the Colour has marked the official birthday of the British sovereign. While Queen Elizabeth II was born in April, the annual event takes place in June. Over 1,400 parading soldiers, 200 horses, and 400 musicians come together for military precision, horsemanship, and fanfare during the event. [getty src=”1148612115″ width=”594&#8243…
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Prince Charles receives rare Greek honour on final day of visit

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall wrapped up their official visit to Athens on Thursday, taking part in bicentenary independence celebrations around the city. Their day began at a wreath-laying ceremony at the Monument of the Unknown Soldier and a Greek Independence Day Military Parade at Syntagma Square, joining other dignitaries in paying tribute. The Monument of the Unknown…
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Prince William praises BBC newsreader Simon McCoy for his royal baby coverage saying he "got it just right"

The Duke of Cambridge praised BBC newsreader Simon McCoy for his coverage of the birth of Prince George back in 2013 it has been revealed. Mr McCoy, who departed the BBC on Thursday after 18 years at the broadcaster, recalled his encounter with Prince William when reminiscing of his best moments over the years. In 2013, Mr McCoy was positioned outside of the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s…
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