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Why does The Queen wear so many poppies?

During November, The Queen and members of the Royal Family wear red poppies in memory of the fallen. However, The Queen does not just wear one poppy but instead several. The reason for this is a bit unsure. Some believe it is just one corsage that she wears while others argue that The Queen wears so many poppies as a way to honour each branch of the armed forces that took part in the war…
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The Queen and members of The Royal Family attend the Festival of Remembrance

The Queen was joined by members of their family at the Royal British Legion Festival ofRemembrance on Saturday evening at the Royal Albert Hall in London. i-Images / Pool Alongside Her Majesty was the Prince of Wales & Duchess of Cornwall, the Princess Royal & Sir Tim Laurence, the Earl and Countess of Wessex and the Duke of York. They were joined by the Duke & Duchess…
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Prince William attends London Air Ambulance Charity Gala

The Duke of Cambridge attended the London Air Ambulance Charity Gala in London on Thursday evening, celebrating the successes of its 30th anniversary charity appeal. William revealed that the appeal raised its £1 million target for a new helipad base in nine months. “I landed on the London Air Ambulance helipad on multiple occasions during my job. I can tell you that it is an essential part…
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The Queen begins Remembrance commemorations on a visit to Kent

This time of year, the Royal Family takes the time to reflect on sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces and veterans. While the family takes part in a number of events, The Queen started off this year’s commemorations with a visit to Kent. The Queen visited the Royal British Legion Industries in Kent in part of the charity’s centenary year. The charity supports Armed Forces…
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