HistoryThe Sussexes

History of Royal Titles: the Dukedom of Sussex

The Duke of Sussex is a substantive title and is one of the several royal dukedoms created twice in the Peerage of the United Kingdom. The dukedom takes its name from the county of Sussex in southeast England. The title first appeared with the Kingdom of Sussex, an Anglo-Saxon kingdom annexed by the Kingdom of Wessex around 827; later on, the kingdom became part of the Kingdom of England. In…
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HistoryThe Kents

History of Royal Titles: the Dukedom of Kent

The present Duke of Kent has held the title since 1942, but it is a title that has only been awarded twice in the thousand years of the monarchy. A title belonging to Kent dates back to ancient times when Kent was its own kingdom before the seven Anglo-Saxon kingdoms merged into the kingdom of England. By 860, Kent had merged into a sub-domain ruled by Wessex, and thereafter, a title did not…
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British RoyalsFeaturesInterests

Royal Central readers show off their royal memorabilia

Royal Central has asked viewers to share their unique and rare pieces of royal memorabilia. From Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation to royal weddings and births in the 21st century, our viewers have no shortage of collectables. If you are interested in having your memorabilia shared with Royal Central, regardless of which monarchy, please contact Royal Central on social media or email…
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British RoyalsThe Edinburghs

The Countess of Wessex participates in virtual royal tour of Libya

The Countess of Wessex has undertaken an important royal engagement on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth, & Development Office. The Countess participated in engagements related to the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum, which was launched on 26 October by Stephanie Williams, the acting head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya. The goal of the Forum is to promote stability and…
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