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The Queen and Prince Philip Visit Prince William At East Anglia Ambulance Base

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They were there on official business, but it’s always lovely to pop round to visit one’s grandson at his place of work.

Before she meets with outgoing Prime Minister David Cameron at 5pm, the Queen (accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh) opened a new East Anglian Air Ambulance Base at Cambridge Airport today, according to BBC News.

Coincidentally, this is also where Prince William is based as a pilot for the ambulatory service.

This is the second time Her Majesty and Prince Philipe have visited the Duke of Cambridge’s place of work. [Read more…]

All The Terribly British Things That Happened Today at Royal Ascot

It’s one of the most famous races in the world, and nothing was going to keep patrons from attending what is arguably the most British activity ever – Royal Ascot.

Also known as watching horses race while drinking champagne and wearing fancy hats.

Day one saw a downpour of UK proportions come down upon racegoers, who were decked out in their Ascot finest. [Read more…]

State Opening of Parliament: A Fascinating Show of British Pomp and Pageantry

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Her role as head of state may be technically ceremonial, but Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is still required to preside over a political event crucial to the well-being of her nation.

The State Opening of Parliament is the formal start of the governmental year, taking place in either May or June inside the House of Lords chamber. [Read more…]

Prince Philip Declared Better-Dressed Than Harry, Probably Doesn’t Care

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GQ has placed Prince Philip, the man who dutifully walks two paces behind his wife and long ago pledged to be her “liege man of life and limb,” at #12 on their best-dressed list, making him the sharpest royal in the entire family.

The Mountbatten-Windsor patriarch beat out his grandson, Prince Harry, who landed the 38th spot, according to the Telegraph. [Read more…]

The Best Royal Moments of 2015

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Did we have fun this year or what?  Let’s look back on the royal year that was. [Read more…]

Prince Harry and The Duke of Edinburgh Visit The Field of Remembrance

November is a poignant month in Great Britain and around the Commonwealth,  in which the royal family leads services of remembrance for fallen soldiers as far back as World War I.

You’ll notice that the royals and public figures don a “remembrance poppy,” used to commemorate those who have fallen (its origins inspired by the war poem, “In Flanders Fields.”)

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The Queen and Prince Philip’s Wedding Cake is Still Around, Thanks to Alcohol

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Mmmm!

When then-Princess Elizabeth married Prince Philip in November 1947, the couple’s wedding cake stood 9 feet tall and consisted of four tiers.  According to the BBC, it was dubbed the “10,000 mile cake” because its ingredients were flown to England from South Africa and Australia.  [Read more…]

Prince Philip Drops an F-Bomb, Remains My Favorite Royal

If there is anyone who can say whatever he wants without the need for an apology, it’s the Duke of Edinburgh.  The man has earned his right to tell you when you’re dragging your feet.

Famous for his “gaffes,” Prince Philip, 94, has long been criticized for saying exactly what’s on his mind, regardless of whether or not it offends his company.  In fact, royal reporter Phil Dampier put together a delightful book of Philip’s zingers.  Philip is hilariously irreverent, and very smart, to boot.

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Let’s not forget that this guy was born into a broken family, shipped off to different royal relatives around Europe and never once publicly complained.  He has served as a Naval officer, was a total dish in his day, and has always, always respected his wife. [Read more…]

The Queen and Prince Philip Hold Hands After St. Paul’s Service

Queen Elizabeth Prince Philip Hold Hands St. Paul's Cathedral

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The royal family attended a Service of Commemoration for troops who were stationed in Afghanistan at St Paul’s Cathedral today in London.  The men and Princess Anne were in full military regalia as they made their way into the service, while the Queen and Prince Philip arrived last, as tradition dictates.

The Windsors gathered with politicians, injured soldiers and families who lost loved ones in battle during the commemoration.  The BBC’s royal correspondent Sarah Campbell tweeted that the service was very “moving” and “it was a real privilege to speak to some veterans and their families.”

453 British troops were killed in Afghanistan since combat started 13 years ago.

[Read more…]

Prince William Introduced as ‘Duke of Edinburgh’

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What a lark!  Get your titles right, Master Of Ceremonies/London Toastmaster Richard Birtchnell.  I know you’re thrilled to be in the presence of royalty and have a million things going through your mind, but really…

Prince William had a right laugh when Birtchnell introduced him as the “Duke of Edinburgh,” his grandfather, Prince Philip‘s title.

It was laughed off.  No one’s getting sent to the tower (is that joke old now?). [Read more…]

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