When a city burned: the Great Fire of London and its aftermath • The Crown Chronicles
One of the most famous events in England's history was the Great Fire of London, which began on this day 350 years ago.| The Crown Chronicles
One of the most famous events in England's history was the Great Fire of London, which began on this day 350 years ago.| The Crown Chronicles
The Great Fire was a perfect storm of conditions, personalities and politics. It was caused by an oven in Pudding Lane bakery that had not been fully extinguished.| The Crown Chronicles
The latest royal news on The King and Queen, Prince and Princess of Wales, plus the extended Royal Family. Enjoy browsing!| The Crown Chronicles
The Elm Foundation, which supports adults and children who have experienced domestic violence, is working with The Queen’s Reading Room to use reading on their healing journey.| The Crown Chronicles
Buckingham Palace has announced that King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer. It comes after His Majesty was treated for an enlarged prostate last week, with the news coming as part of the diagnostic tests he received at the time. The Palace has not confirmed which type of cancer The King has. The full […]| The Crown Chronicles
After weeks of Conservative leadership elections, Liz Truss was selected to become the new leader of the Conservative Party and the next British Prime Minister. The new Prime Minister travelled to Balmoral Castle, where she was officially asked by The Queen to form a new government. An official photograph was released showing Ms Truss and […]| The Crown Chronicles
We have all sat and thought about what we don’t get to see on visits to royal residences; those places, corridors, artefacts that simply aren’t available for public viewing. We would all love to go beyond the public areas, but the thought of being arrested might be a bit off putting… Well, thanks to The […]| The Crown Chronicles
Buckingham Palace have announced the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. After 70 years on the throne, The Queen passed away aged 96 at Balmoral. Buckingham Palace released the following statement: ‘The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon’. ‘The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return […]| The Crown Chronicles
Each year, The King celebrates his official birthday with a parade of soldiers and music, known as Trooping the Colour.| The Crown Chronicles
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will be not only a weekend the Royal Family will not forget, but also people around the world, royal fans or no, who will look back with fond memories of a historic event. We’ve selected out top 15 photographs from the historic occasion earlier this year, to reflect on the fun […]| The Crown Chronicles
The Princess of Wales visited the National Portrait Gallery today, marking a significant step in the launching of the Shaping Us Framework.| The Crown Chronicles
Last week, Sir Tim Laurence was received by The King at Balmoral Castle to be awarded a new honour: that of Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order. The rank of Knight Grand Cross is often reserved for distinguished Royals, courtiers, and military leaders who have devoted years of faithful service. [themoneytizer id=”17342-28″] Sir […] The post King Charles gives brother-in-law Sir Tim a Royal Victorian Order award appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Elizabeth II’s presence at the annual Remembrance Sunday service at the Cenotaph was one of the most symbolic moments of her reign, where she led members of Royal Family in honouring those who gave their lives in service to the nation. Now, the late Queen has inspired a new brooch from the Royal British Legion, […] The post Royal British Legion releases poppy brooch inspired by Elizabeth II appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Earlier this week, the Royal Mint announced that over 30 million new £1 coins are to enter circulation across the UK, featuring King Charles III. This new circulation of coins is a poignant and historic one, as it will see the change over from the late Queen Elizabeth II to her son on the £1 […] The post Royal Mint to release last batch of Elizabeth II £1 coins appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
On 22 August 1485, the course of English history took an unexpected direction. Two armies clashed on marshy open ground near Leicester, in a bitter fight that lasted around two to three hours. One man – among many hundreds of others – lay dead, and another received his crown in victory. Those men were Richard […] The post Royal Rewind: Henry VII’s victory over Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Last Friday, on the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, Prince Harry paid tribute to his grandfather Prince Philip in a personal letter that accompanied a wreath. The letter was left secretly by one of Harry’s friends at the Burma Star Memorial in Staffordshire, after the remembrance service, attended by The King and Queen. GB News […] The post Prince Harry left secret tribute to Prince Philip on VJ Day appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
In 2020, Queen Camilla took over the role of Colonel-in-Chief of The Rifles from Prince Philip in a special ceremony, which took place across two royal residence – Highgrove & Windsor Castle. [themoneytizer id=”17342-16″] Following the handover, the Rifles presented her with a specially commissioned Bugle Horn brooch, a symbolic piece adorned with 206 diamonds […] The post Camilla’s Jewellery: Rifles Brooch appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Yesterday, King Charles III and Queen Camilla led a sombre but stirring ceremony at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, observing the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. Veterans of the Second World War in the Pacific and Far East stood alongside the royal couple and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to honour those who served, […] The post ‘My brave King’: 105-year-old veteran leaves Charles & Camilla teary eyed appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Kensington Palace has announced that Prince William and Catherine are to move into a new property in Windsor Great Park: Forest Lodge. The Wales family currently live in Adelaide Cottage, having made that their base since the summer of 2022, but are upping sticks and heading 5 miles south west to the Lodge by the […] The post New Windsor home for William and Catherine appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Echoing his grandfather who addressed the nation on VJ Day in 1945, King Charles has recorded a message for the nation, realms and Commonwealth to mark the occasion. The message was recorded in the Morning Room at Clarence House and released ahead of a Service of Remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. He […] The post King Charles vows VJ Day heroes ‘shall never be forgotten’ on 80th anniversary appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Despite not attending any public engagements to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, The Prince and Princess of Wales have issued a personal message on their social media pages to mark the day. [themoneytizer id=”17342-16″] Writing on socials, Their Royal Highnesses state how on the 80th anniversary, ‘we remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience […] The post Prince and Princess of Wales pen personal message to mark 80th anniversary of VJ Day appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Buckingham Palace has released a new photograph of Princess Anne to mark her 75th Birthday. [themoneytizer id=”17342-16″] The image was taken last month at Gatcombe Park, the private residence of Her Royal Highness. The photograph was taken by John Swannell. [themoneytizer id=”17342-3″] Swannell previously took The Princess Royal’s picture on numerous occasions for her 40th […] The post Buckingham Palace releases new photo of Princess Anne for her 75th Birthday appeared first on T...| The Crown Chronicles
Whilst VE Day marked the end of the war in Europe in May 1945, many thousands of armed forces personnel from across the Commonwealth and Allies nations were still fighting in Japan. The conclusion of the Far East campaign brought a sense of relief that the War was finally over in August of the same […] The post Royal Rewind: George VI’s VJ Day message appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
In 2020, as the coronavirus pandemic continued, Elizabeth II issued a message to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Japan (VJ) Day. Whilst VE Day marked the end of the war in Europe in May 1945, many thousands of armed forces personnel from across the Commonwealth and Allies nations were still fighting in the […] The post Royal Rewind: Elizabeth II’s message for the 75th anniversary of VJ Day appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
A 105-year-old Royal Marines veteran who survived the sinking of HMS Repulse and endured more than three years in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp has shared his story with The Duchess of Edinburgh, ahead of the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ) Day. [themoneytizer id=”17342-16″] Sophie met James “Jim” Wren over tea and cake at […] The post Duchess of Edinburgh meets war veteran ahead of VJ Day appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
Princess Anne has a couple of go-to tiaras in her collection that she wears for state visits and special occasions, including the Meander Tiara. However, we’re taking a look at another tiara that is frequently worn by Anne – the Festoon Tiara. [themoneytizer id=”17342-16″] Whilst the exact origins of the tiara are unknown, this item […] The post Anne’s Jewellery: Festoon Tiara appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
>Buckingham Palace has released a new portrait photograph of Princess Anne to mark her 75th birthday. [themoneytizer id=”17342-16″] It comes after recent reports suggested The King’s sister didn’t want to make a fuss over the occasion and instead prefers to mark birthdays which ‘end in 0’. The photograph show the Princess alongside her husband, Sir […] The post New photograph of Princess Anne released to mark her 75th birthday appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
The Princess of Wales has helped the launch of series of films to support children’s development, developed by the Centre for Early Childhoos| The Crown Chronicles
Welcome to the royal news and history hub, The Crown Chronicles. We cover history from across the centuries, and Royalty from the 21st.| The Crown Chronicles
Following abdominal surgery in January, The Princess of Wales has announced that she undergoing preventative chemotherapy for cancer in a personal video. The video came after weeks of online speculation and conspiracy theories on the Princess’ health and her whereabouts, especially following an admission from Catherine about a photoshopped family image shared for Mothers’ Day […]| The Crown Chronicles
It has been no secret King Charles has wished for royal residences to be open to the public for longer periods of time. That wish has come true, with Buckingham Palace and Balmoral Castle announcing new plans to draw a larger number of visitors to the royal attractions with new access. The Royal Collection Trust […]| The Crown Chronicles
Queen Camilla visited the Tower of London to view a moving commemorative display of poppies marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day.| The Crown Chronicles
Members of the Royal Family watched a military procession to mark the beginning of the 80th anniversary celebrations of VE Day.| The Crown Chronicles
Commonwealth Day is an annual celebration observed by the member states of the Commonwealth. It is held on the second| The Crown Chronicles
Read all about Gatcombe Park, home to The Princess Royal and Sir Tim Laurence, and discover its history and design..| The Crown Chronicles
How do you keep track of the British Kings and Queens in history, to be able to know who came in which order? This song will help you out!| The Crown Chronicles
A key theme of Queen Camilla’s royal work has been domestic violence — and for the first time a camera crew have been given unprecedented access to Her Majesty’s work…| The Crown Chronicles
Making a break from his summer holiday at Balmoral Castle, The King visited Southport to meet local community and emergency services, after three girls died in a knife attack at…| The Crown Chronicles
As we wrap up July, so begins the summer holiday for the Royal Family: The Queen and Prince Philip head to Balmoral, and Charles and Camilla to Birkhall.| The Crown Chronicles
On 6th June 1944, the largest seaborne invasion in history took place, seeking to liberate Nazi-occupied France as the Second World War continued in its fifth year. The D-Day Landings,…| The Crown Chronicles
Buckingham Palace has issued its annual financial statement, more commonly known as the Sovereign Grant Report, for the financial year April 2023 – March 2024. According to the report, the…| The Crown Chronicles
King Charles is a constitutional Monarch, meaning he exercises his power only on the recommendation of the British Government or his Privy Council. Previous powers that were once the Monarch’s…| The Crown Chronicles
Today The King led members of the Royal Family in the Order of the Thistle procession, installing his wife and brother to the order as part of royal week in…| The Crown Chronicles
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh marked 25 years of marriage with two new photos, taken by Chris Jelf at Bagshot Park.| The Crown Chronicles
The Burmese ruby tiara was seen again during the Japanese state visit, worn by Queen Camilla. But what is the history of the tiara, and how did Camilla come to…| The Crown Chronicles
Continuing his steady return to public-facing engagements, The King led the Royals in the in the Garter Day procession at Windsor Castle today. It comes after Charles took the salute…| The Crown Chronicles
After a difficult few months for the Royal Family with a number of health issues for The King and The Princess of Wales, a sense of unity amongst the family…| The Crown Chronicles
The following in-depth guide looks at a Monarch’s role in the process of democracy - what are The King's powers here? And can Royals vote?| The Crown Chronicles
A recent garden party saw some minor Royals called on to lend a hand, and this year, it seems the Royal Family needs all the help that they can get.…| The Crown Chronicles
Yesterday, The Princess Royal visited the Royal Hospital Chelsea to attend its Founders Day. The annual event is a staple in the hospital’s calendar, attended by all the Chelsea Pensioners,…| The Crown Chronicles
