[ad_1] If nothing else, Gordonstoun, Philip’s alma mater on the remote, windswept north coast of Scotland, taught the Prince of Wales to endure freezing temperatures. Each day began with a regimen designed to “shake the sleep out of them”: a predawn shirtless run through the countryside—even when it snowed—followed by […]
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Queen Elizabeth Dead at 96
[ad_1] Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, died on Thursday. She was 96 years old. Nicknamed “the Steadfast” by her biographer Douglas Hurd, the queen dutifully served her country and territories for 70 years. For many in Britain, Elizabeth II was the only living monarch they had […]
Is Prince Charles the Right Man to Save the Monarchy?: ‘DYNASTY: The Windsors’ Podcast
[ad_1] During the Platinum Jubilee earlier this month, the festivities honored Queen Elizabeth, but due to her mobility issues, she was only around for a few of them. For most of this year, Prince Charles has taken her place during major moments, including the State Opening of Parliament and the […]
Prince William Turns 40: How He’ll Modernize the Monarchy
[ad_1] Turning 40 is a milestone moment for anyone, but for Prince William, it is particularly important. As he enters a new decade, William knows that he will likely become the next Prince of Wales in his 40s. His wife, Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, will become the first Princess of […]