RH
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Focusing on the British Royal Family 🇬🇧, particularly its history, ceremonial life, political and religious roles, and cultural influence. He/Him 🇺🇸 🏳️🌈
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The King is still meeting Ukraine’s President Zelensky in the saloon at Sandringham House this evening. The president had requested the meeting and the monarch, a supporter of Ukraine’s fight against Russian aggression, agreed on UK government advice. Photos from PA.
March 2, 2025 at 6:15 PM
The King is still meeting Ukraine’s President Zelensky in the saloon at Sandringham House this evening. The president had requested the meeting and the monarch, a supporter of Ukraine’s fight against Russian aggression, agreed on UK government advice. Photos from PA.
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Prince William has paid an emotional tribute to his wife on her 43rd birthday after a difficult year in which she has undergone cancer treatment. The previously unseen photo was taken by Matt Porteous in Windsor last summer.
January 9, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Prince William has paid an emotional tribute to his wife on her 43rd birthday after a difficult year in which she has undergone cancer treatment. The previously unseen photo was taken by Matt Porteous in Windsor last summer.
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Edward the Confessor, last English king of the House of Wessex, died in London on 5 January 1066. He was called ‘the Confessor’ because of his piety. He died childless, sparking a succession crisis that led to the defeat of his successor King Harold Godwinson by William the Conqueror.
January 5, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Edward the Confessor, last English king of the House of Wessex, died in London on 5 January 1066. He was called ‘the Confessor’ because of his piety. He died childless, sparking a succession crisis that led to the defeat of his successor King Harold Godwinson by William the Conqueror.
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The Palace of Whitehall, one of the principal royal residences, was largely destroyed by fire on 4 January 1698. The Banqueting House is the only structure that survived the fire.
January 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Palace of Whitehall, one of the principal royal residences, was largely destroyed by fire on 4 January 1698. The Banqueting House is the only structure that survived the fire.
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In his Christmas broadcast, the King has paid tribute to the "selfless" doctors and nurses who provided "strength, care and comfort" to him and the Princess of Wales during their cancer treatment.
m.youtube.com/watch?v=SY4M...
The King's Christmas Broadcast 2024 👑🎄📺 - BBC
YouTube video by BBC
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December 25, 2024 at 3:10 PM
In his Christmas broadcast, the King has paid tribute to the "selfless" doctors and nurses who provided "strength, care and comfort" to him and the Princess of Wales during their cancer treatment.
m.youtube.com/watch?v=SY4M...
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In his annual Christmas message, King Charles III spoke from the chapel of a former hospital, rather than from a royal palace, in a rare departure that was designed to emphasize his appreciation for health workers and volunteers.
King Charles Addresses U.K. Riots and His Cancer in Christmas Speech
The British monarch recorded his annual holiday address from the chapel of a former hospital, rather than from a palace.
www.nytimes.com
December 25, 2024 at 3:14 PM
In his annual Christmas message, King Charles III spoke from the chapel of a former hospital, rather than from a royal palace, in a rare departure that was designed to emphasize his appreciation for health workers and volunteers.
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The British royal family celebrated Christmas this year at Sandringham in Norfolk, and the Queen and the Princess of Wales led the pack of royal jewelry-wearers https://www.thecourtjeweller.com/2024/12/the-queen-and-the-princess-of-wales-sparkle-at-sandringham-on-christmas-day.html
December 26, 2024 at 6:05 AM
The British royal family celebrated Christmas this year at Sandringham in Norfolk, and the Queen and the Princess of Wales led the pack of royal jewelry-wearers https://www.thecourtjeweller.com/2024/12/the-queen-and-the-princess-of-wales-sparkle-at-sandringham-on-christmas-day.html
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This holiday can be stressful and painful for many. If you are feeling overwhelmed this season, please contact a helpline. the world is better with you in it.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
UK: 0800 689 5652
US: 1-800-273-8255
Canada: 1.833.456.4566
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
UK: 0800 689 5652
US: 1-800-273-8255
Canada: 1.833.456.4566
December 21, 2024 at 11:53 PM
This holiday can be stressful and painful for many. If you are feeling overwhelmed this season, please contact a helpline. the world is better with you in it.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
UK: 0800 689 5652
US: 1-800-273-8255
Canada: 1.833.456.4566
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
UK: 0800 689 5652
US: 1-800-273-8255
Canada: 1.833.456.4566
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www.thetimes.com/uk/royal-fam... excellent article by Kate Mansey
The royal family’s tumultuous year — by palace insiders
With the King’s cancer treatment set to continue into next year, Kate Mansey talks to those in the know about an eventful 2024, how it brought Team Charles closer, and what they did to survive it (inc...
www.thetimes.com
December 20, 2024 at 11:18 PM
www.thetimes.com/uk/royal-fam... excellent article by Kate Mansey
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What secrets lie inside Queen Elizabeth II's personal diaries? Although historians are queuing up to access them, only one will get permission for her official biography - so here we look at ALL the runners and riders in the literary race of the century www.dailymail.co.uk/news/royals/...
Inside the literary race to write the Queen's official biography
At the end of every day during her record-breaking 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II would sit down at a desk and spend 15 minutes writing by hand in her diary.
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December 16, 2024 at 5:42 PM
What secrets lie inside Queen Elizabeth II's personal diaries? Although historians are queuing up to access them, only one will get permission for her official biography - so here we look at ALL the runners and riders in the literary race of the century www.dailymail.co.uk/news/royals/...
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Excellent article by Sally Bedell Smith over on Substack this evening, discussing the brotherly relationship between Edward VIII and George VI
Edward VIII versus George VI
Participating in a documentary about the brothers prompted me to revisit their relationship and dig up some forgotten photographs
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December 15, 2024 at 11:47 PM
Excellent article by Sally Bedell Smith over on Substack this evening, discussing the brotherly relationship between Edward VIII and George VI
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George VI, second son of George V and Queen Mary and father of Elizabeth II, was born in Sandringham on 14 December 1895, the 34th anniversary of Prince Albert's death in 1861. He succeeded his elder brother Edward VIII when Edward abdicated, and he ruled Britain during World War II.
December 14, 2024 at 8:43 AM
George VI, second son of George V and Queen Mary and father of Elizabeth II, was born in Sandringham on 14 December 1895, the 34th anniversary of Prince Albert's death in 1861. He succeeded his elder brother Edward VIII when Edward abdicated, and he ruled Britain during World War II.
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First Elizabeth Emblems for emergency workers who died on duty
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First Elizabeth Emblems for emergency workers who died on duty
King Charles presents a new award recognising those who died in public service.
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December 11, 2024 at 7:36 AM
First Elizabeth Emblems for emergency workers who died on duty
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Prince William’s Chat With Trump Shows Why Royals May Be Potent Diplomatic Tool
President-elect Donald J. Trump has a reverence, bordering on awe, for the royal family. British diplomats hope that will help safeguard relations with Washington
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/11/w...
President-elect Donald J. Trump has a reverence, bordering on awe, for the royal family. British diplomats hope that will help safeguard relations with Washington
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/11/w...
Prince William’s Chat With Trump Shows Why Royals May Be Potent Diplomatic Tool
President-elect Donald J. Trump has a reverence, bordering on awe, for the royal family. British diplomats hope that will help safeguard relations with Washington in a fractious political climate.
www.nytimes.com
December 11, 2024 at 12:59 PM
Prince William’s Chat With Trump Shows Why Royals May Be Potent Diplomatic Tool
President-elect Donald J. Trump has a reverence, bordering on awe, for the royal family. British diplomats hope that will help safeguard relations with Washington
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/11/w...
President-elect Donald J. Trump has a reverence, bordering on awe, for the royal family. British diplomats hope that will help safeguard relations with Washington
www.nytimes.com/2024/12/11/w...
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#OTD 88 years ago. Prince Albert, Duke of York arrived at his home, 145 Piccadilly, in London on 10 December 1936
The following day, HRH succeeded the throne as King George VI, following the abdication of his brother King Edward VIII, given effect by His Majesty's Declaration of Abdication Act 1936
The following day, HRH succeeded the throne as King George VI, following the abdication of his brother King Edward VIII, given effect by His Majesty's Declaration of Abdication Act 1936
December 10, 2024 at 1:29 AM
#OTD 88 years ago. Prince Albert, Duke of York arrived at his home, 145 Piccadilly, in London on 10 December 1936
The following day, HRH succeeded the throne as King George VI, following the abdication of his brother King Edward VIII, given effect by His Majesty's Declaration of Abdication Act 1936
The following day, HRH succeeded the throne as King George VI, following the abdication of his brother King Edward VIII, given effect by His Majesty's Declaration of Abdication Act 1936
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John Brown, Queen Victoria's devoted Scottish servant who attended her before and after after the death of the Prince Consort, was born in Aberdeenshire on 8 December 1826. Prince Albert thought highly of him, but Victoria's children strongly disliked him.
December 8, 2024 at 7:36 AM
John Brown, Queen Victoria's devoted Scottish servant who attended her before and after after the death of the Prince Consort, was born in Aberdeenshire on 8 December 1826. Prince Albert thought highly of him, but Victoria's children strongly disliked him.
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I argue this in my research re: monarchies. While their power is constrained researchers have long overlooked their soft power effects. This is often most evident in their roles representing their countries’ interests in foreign policy. For better or worse monarchy is a valuable soft power tool.
It’s not just the US of course. I wrote last week for The Observer on how the UK government is deploying the royals to strengthen ties with Gulf countries amid hopes of a free trade deal and mediation in the Middle East conflict. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Starmer deploys royals to charm Gulf leaders in hopes of new trade deal | Foreign policy | The Guardian
As King Charles and Prince William roll out the red carpet, human rights campaigners say they must press for reforms
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December 8, 2024 at 1:34 PM
I argue this in my research re: monarchies. While their power is constrained researchers have long overlooked their soft power effects. This is often most evident in their roles representing their countries’ interests in foreign policy. For better or worse monarchy is a valuable soft power tool.
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Prince William has arrived to Notre Dame Cathedral. With President Mcron and his wife.
December 7, 2024 at 6:02 PM
Prince William has arrived to Notre Dame Cathedral. With President Mcron and his wife.
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The Prince of Wales met President-elect Donald Trump at the UK ambassador’s residence in Paris tonight.
Trump said William was “doing a fantastic job”.
The pair met after joining other world leaders at the reopening ceremony for Notre Dame Cathedral, where William also met FLOTUS Dr Jill Biden
Trump said William was “doing a fantastic job”.
The pair met after joining other world leaders at the reopening ceremony for Notre Dame Cathedral, where William also met FLOTUS Dr Jill Biden
December 7, 2024 at 8:56 PM
The Prince of Wales met President-elect Donald Trump at the UK ambassador’s residence in Paris tonight.
Trump said William was “doing a fantastic job”.
The pair met after joining other world leaders at the reopening ceremony for Notre Dame Cathedral, where William also met FLOTUS Dr Jill Biden
Trump said William was “doing a fantastic job”.
The pair met after joining other world leaders at the reopening ceremony for Notre Dame Cathedral, where William also met FLOTUS Dr Jill Biden
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HRH The Prince of Wales met with Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, and her daughter Ashley Biden during the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, France on December 7, 2024.
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December 8, 2024 at 2:21 AM
HRH The Prince of Wales met with Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, and her daughter Ashley Biden during the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, France on December 7, 2024.
📸 Thibault Camus
📸 Thibault Camus
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Prince William will hold meetings with US President Elect Donald Trump and First Lady Jill Biden in Paris today and discuss the importance of the special relationship between Britain and the United States.
December 7, 2024 at 9:01 AM
Prince William will hold meetings with US President Elect Donald Trump and First Lady Jill Biden in Paris today and discuss the importance of the special relationship between Britain and the United States.
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William and the children have arrived! Video by Kate
December 6, 2024 at 5:04 PM
William and the children have arrived! Video by Kate