Articles related to "British Royal Family"

People with English ancestry will have some ancestors in the British Royal family. Here's how to determine which family tree branches lead to royalty.

It has been announced that Prince Harry, third in line to the British throne, will be posted to southern Iraq later this year.

Princess Diana's life embodied all of the general catalytic dynamics for the emergence of an eating disorder. More sorrows awaited her as Princess of Wales.

HRH the Duke of Edinburgh is renowned for his controversial statements, but the husband of Queen Elizabeth II has worked tirelessly over the years on the Nation's behalf.

The overwhelming pressures of the responsibilities Princess Diana shouldered after her marriage to Prince Charles, plummeted her into the depths of bulimia.

The end of August marks the beginning of the Queen's annual vacation at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. It also marks the brief opening period for many royal sites.

The British royal family certainly serves no political or governing purpose but that does not necessarily mean that they do not have a role to play in modern Britain.

Polls taken before Prince Charles and Camilla's visit to Canada show that a lot of Canadians are not too excited about retaining ties with the British Royal Family.

A list of the first 40 family members in line to the throne.

The Victoria Regina Tarot Deck details the scope of Victorian history and gives a new twist to traditional Tarot card meanings.

The current honours system reflects the national culture by rewarding achievements and service in a down-to-earth, relaxed way. Why turn it into a class struggle?

From The Cheddar Man to the discovery of DNA, Robert Lacey shares the highs and lows of British history with tales of significant people and events that defined England.

Elizabeth Wydville becomes Queen-Dowager when her eldest daughter married Henry VII.

A selection of the most important and influential British TV shows beginning with the letter I.

The extraordinary life and tragic death of Lady Diana Spencer, former Princess of Wales, is now the subject of a new comic book, Female Force: Princess Diana.

David Starkey charts the fascinating path of the British monarchy from the bloodshed of the War of the Roses to the moral crises of the late 20th century.

There are so many attractions to see in London it's difficult for tourists to fit everything in during their stay. But help is at hand!

Prince William focuses on his military role while smothering rumors of an impending engagement.

Short biography of the talented and independent-minded daughter of England's Queen Victoria.

Finding notable people in one's family tree is part of the fun of genealogy. There are several good resources for researching your celebrity ancestors.

The British head of state formally opens each session of parliament in a ceremony which dates back centuries.

In 1905, the Cullinan diamond was found in South Africa. It weighed over 3,000 carats (1.3 pounds), and was cut into the "Star of Africa" and 8 other high carat diamonds.

Anthony Blunt lead a successful life as museum curator and Royal Family insider. Later it was revealed that Blunt was a double agent working for MI5 and the KGB.

Brisbane is the state capital of Queensland. It has plenty to offer visitors with its laid-back holiday atmosphere and near perfect climate year round.

British titles of nobility have been a part of Great Britain's history and tradition for centuries. What exactly do those titles mean?

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip celebrate 60 years of marriage on 20 November 2007 and during the summer Buckingham Palace has a special show to celebrate

Charities attempted to alleviate starving Irish tenants' and laborers' suffering during famine, but donations were insufficient.

In London, Diana, Princess of Wales is remembered by memorials in several locations. The government has made an outdoor response in contrast to Harrod's in-store shrines.

When people think of aliens, the most popular image is that of the "little green men," but according to abductee reports, they come in all shapes, sizes and colours.

Situated on the wooded southern slopes of Gateshead's Derwent Valley is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture and landscape gardening in North-East England.

After serving England's Prince William Frederick, Duke of Gloucester and Edinburgh and Prince Edward Augustus, Duke of Kent and Strathearn, Radelmüller moves to Canada.

One of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother's favorite dishes, Eggs Drumkilbo, is now on the menu at the Goring, London's No 1 hotel according to Travel & Leisure magazine

In the world of diecast toys Matchbox Models of Yesteryear recreate transport history and the early models are probably the most sought after toys for any collection.

Meeting royalty is not like meeting other dignitaries, there are protocols that should be followed in order not to appear rude or uneducated.

Since the tragic death of Diana, princess of Wales in a road accident in Paris, there have been various attempts by the French to mark the event in an appropriate way.

Ron Howard's Angels & Demons, based on the Dan Brown bestseller, is a taut little thriller . . . if you can ignore the glaring historical inaccuracies. 5/10.

The Fan Museum in Greenwich is one of the best little museums in London, an award-winning collection of fans that is unique in the world, with changing exhibitions.

Voices, apparitions and unexplained phenomena have been reported by passengers, crew and ghost hunters. Can they just be seeing things?

How did we live 100 years ago? What was life like during World War II? This exhibition shows it all through more than 100,000 exhibits shown in room and shop settings.

See why the critics say the romantic teen comedy Korean drama, Palace (Goong) aka Princess Hours is the future of Korean television.

Queen Victoria of Great Britain and her husband Prince Albert had four sons - King Edward VII, Prince Alfred of Edinburgh, Prince Arthur of Connaught, and Prince Leopold.

The popularity of biopics and the fascination with royalty has led to the production of many movies and miniseries about the regal figures of England.

Emperor Frederick III of Germany and his wife Victoria of Great Britain had eight children, including the future Emperor Wilhelm II, who affected European royal history.

Though Edward Jenner is credited with developing the first smallpox vaccine, inoculation had long been practiced in other parts of the world.

The marriage of King Edward VII of Great Britain, "Bertie," and Princess Alexandra of Denmark was a happy and popular royal union that produced six children.

Written by an Edinburgh-based journalist, this details all the must-see sights, best restaurants, and looks at the key festivals.

A prominent figure in the news these days, George W. Bush is a president with genealogical ties to old English royalty.

This well-known breed has attracted the attention of monarchs, politicians and generals with its out-sized personality.

The sacred shamrock, Celtic cross, Claddagh ring from Galway, and ancient harp are all symbolic of Ireland.

The ancient civilizations of India produced great literature, splendid architecture, art, science and engineering and the oldest religion in the world.