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God, of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of her other realms and territories Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith
Born 21 April 1926

Reign: 6 February 1952 – present
Coronation: 2 June 1953
Predecessor: George VI
Spouse: Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (m. 1947)
House: House of Windsor
Father: George VI
Mother: Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon
Religion: Church of England
Church of Scotland

February 1952

He was born at York Cottage, Norfolk. His parents were Prince George, Duke of York (later King George V) and the Duchess of York (later Queen Mary), the eldest child and only daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Teck.
Albert was fourth in line to the throne at birth, after his grandfather, father and elder brother, Edward. In 1898, Queen Victoria issued Letters Patent that granted the children of the eldest son of the Prince of Wales the style Royal Highness, and at the age of two, Albert became "His Royal Highness Prince Albert of York".
He often suffered from ill health and was described as "easily frightened and somewhat prone to tears".

March 2002

She, known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, or just The Queen Mother was the wife of King George VI of the United Kingdom. After her husband's death, she was known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Before her husband became king, from 1923 to 1936 she was known as the Duchess of York. She was the last Queen Consort of Ireland and Empress Consort of India.
Her family belonged to the Scottish nobility. Her father was the 14th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne. She was loved by the British people as she became a figure of family life. They had two daughters: Elizabeth and Margaret. She was known as the "Smiling Duchess".

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Предшественник: Георг VI
Вероисповедание: Англиканство
Династия: Виндзорская 
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their children Charles, Prince of Wales, Anne ,Princess of Royal, Andrew, Duke of York, Edward, Earl of Wessex

He (born Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark) is the husband of Queen Elizabeth II.
His family was exiled from Greece when he was a child. After being educated in France, England, Germany and Scotland, he joined the British Royal Navy at the age of 18 in 1939. From July 1939, he began corresponding with the 13-year-old Princess Elizabeth (his third cousin through Queen Victoria and the eldest daughter and heiress presumptive of King George VI) whom he had first met in 1934. During World War II he served with the Mediterranean and Pacific fleets.

Edinburgh

In 1939, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth toured the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth. During the visit, the Queen and Earl Mountbatten asked Philip to escort the King's two daughters, Elizabeth and Margaret, who were Philip's third cousins through Queen Victoria, and second cousins once removed through King Christian IX of Denmark. Elizabeth fell in love with Philip and they began to exchange letters. In the summer of 1946, Philip asked the King for his daughter's hand in marriage. The King granted his request, provided that any formal engagement was delayed until Elizabeth's twenty-first birthday the following April. By March 1947, Philip had abandoned his Greek and Danish royal titles, had adopted the surname Mountbatten from his mother's family, and had become a naturalised British subject.

His Royal Highness on Philip, and on the morning of the wedding, 20 November 1947, he was made the Duke of Edinburgh, Earl of Merioneth, and Baron Greenwich of Greenwich in the County of London.

castleIt is a medieval castle and royal residence in WindsorIt is a medieval castle and royal residence in Windsor in the English county of BerkshireIt is a medieval castle and royal residence in Windsor in the English county of Berkshire, notable for its long association with the British royal familyIt is a medieval castle and royal residence in Windsor in the English county of Berkshire, notable for its long association with the British royal family and for its architecture. The original castle was built after the Norman invasion by William the ConquerorIt is a medieval castle and royal residence in Windsor in the English county of Berkshire, notable for its long association with the British royal family and for its architecture. The original castle was built after the Norman invasion by William the Conqueror. Since the time of Henry I it has been used by a succession of monarchs and is the longest-occupied palace in Europe.

by art historian Hugh Roberts as "a superb and unrivalled sequence of rooms widely regarded as the finest and most complete expression of later Georgian taste".
The castle includes the 15th-century St George's ChapelThe castle includes the 15th-century St George's Chapel, considered by historian John Robinson to be "one of the supreme achievements of English Perpendicular Gothic" design. More than five hundred people live and work in Windsor, making it the largest inhabited castle in the world.

The Quadrangle,
C: The State Apartments,
D: Private Apartments,
E: South Wing,
F: Lower Ward,
G: St George's Chapel,
H: Horseshoe Cloister,
K: King Henry VIII Gate,
L: The Long Walk,
M: Norman Gate,
N: North Terrace,
O: Edward III Tower,
T: The Curfew Tower

of London, and to oversee a strategically important part of the River ThamesOriginally designed to protect Norman dominance around the outskirts of London, and to oversee a strategically important part of the River Thames, Windsor Castle was built as a motte and baileyOriginally designed to protect Norman dominance around the outskirts of London, and to oversee a strategically important part of the River Thames, Windsor Castle was built as a motte and bailey, with three wards surrounding a central mound. Gradually replaced with stone fortifications, the castle withstood a prolonged siege during the First Barons' War at the start of the 13th century.

are among the most richly decorated interiors in the Castle. They are usually open to visitors between October and March.

for the First time in 2010. The Great Kitchen is the oldest, substantially unchanged and still working kitchen in the country, and has remained in constant use for over 750 years. This 30-minute behind-the-scenes tour is available on selected dates in January, February, August and September.

workplace of the British monarchBuckingham Palace is the official London residence and principal workplace of the British monarch. Located in the City of WestminsterBuckingham Palace is the official London residence and principal workplace of the British monarch. Located in the City of Westminster, the palaceBuckingham Palace is the official London residence and principal workplace of the British monarch. Located in the City of Westminster, the palace is a setting for state occasions and royal hospitality. It has been a focus for the British people at times of national rejoicing and crisis.

c. 1837, depicting the Marble Arch, which served as the ceremonial entrance to the Palace precincts. It was moved to make way for the east wing, built in 1847, which enclosed the quadrangle. The Palace measures 108 metres by 120 metres, is 24 metres high and contains over 77,000 m2 (830,000 sq ft) of floorspace.

C: Music Room; D: White Drawing Room; E: Royal Closet; F: Throne Room; G: Green Drawing Room; H: Cross Gallery; J: Ball Room; O: Principal Corridor; P: Private Apartments; Q: Service Areas; W: The Grand staircase. On the ground floor: R: Ambassador's Entrance; T: Grand Entrance. The areas defined by shaded walls represent lower minor wings. Note: This is an unscaled sketch plan for reference only. Proportions of some rooms may slightly differ in reality.

White Drawing rooms. At the centre of the suite, serving as a corridor to link the state rooms, is the Picture Gallery, which is top-lit and 55 yards (50 m) long. The Gallery is hung with numerous works including some by Rembrandt, van Dyck, Rubens and Vermeer; other rooms leading from the Picture Gallery are the Throne Room and the Green Drawing Room.

The White Drawing Room

to the Throne Room, and is part of the ceremonial route to the throne room serves as a huge anteroom to the Throne Room, and is part of the ceremonial route to the throne from the Guard Room at the top of the Grand staircase. The Guard Room contains white marble statues of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, in Roman costume, set in a tribune lined with tapestries. These very formal rooms are used only for ceremonial and official entertaining, but are open to the public every summer.

Rose) 21 August 1930 – 9 February 2002

She was the younger sister of Queen Elizabeth IIShe was the younger sister of Queen Elizabeth II and the younger daughter of King George VI. Margaret was born Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret Rose of York on 21 August 1930 at Glamis Castle Princess Margaret Rose of York on 21 August 1930 at Glamis Castle in Scotland, her mother's ancestral home. The registration of her birth was delayed for several days to avoid her being numbered 13 in the parish register. At the time of her birth, she was fourth in the line of succession to the British throne.
Margaret married the photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones Margaret married the photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones at Westminster Abbey Margaret married the photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 1960. In 1961, the Princess's husband was created Earl of Snowdon Margaret married the photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 1960. In 1961, the Princess's husband was created Earl of Snowdon, whereupon she became formally styled HRH The Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon. They had two children, both born by Caesarean section at Margaret's request: David, Viscount Linley Margaret married the photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 1960. In 1961, the Princess's husband was created Earl of Snowdon, whereupon she became formally styled HRH The Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon. They had two children, both born by Caesarean section at Margaret's request: David, Viscount Linley in 1961 and Lady Sarah in 1964.

He is the eldest child and, since 1952, heir apparentis the eldest child and, since 1952, heir apparent of Queen Elizabeth II. Since 1958 his major title has been His Royal HighnessHis Royal Highness The Prince of Wales. He is known as The Duke of Rothesay in Scotland and as The Duke of Cornwall in Cornwall. He is the longest-serving heir apparent in British history.

of women. His great-uncle Lord Mountbatten advised him: "In a case like yours, the man should sow his wild oats and have as many affairs as he can before settling down, but for a wife he should choose a suitable, attractive, and sweet-charactered girl before she has met anyone else she might fall for ... It is disturbing for women to have experiences if they have to remain on a pedestal after marriage."

player of competitive poloFrom his youth the Prince was an avid player of competitive polo until 1992, breaking his arm in 1990 and becoming briefly unconscious after a fall in 2001. He then played for charity until 2005. Charles also frequently took part in fox huntingFrom his youth the Prince was an avid player of competitive polo until 1992, breaking his arm in 1990 and becoming briefly unconscious after a fall in 2001. He then played for charity until 2005. Charles also frequently took part in fox hunting, before the sport was banned in the United Kingdom in 2005.
The Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of MusicThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal OperaThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal Opera, the English Chamber OrchestraThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal Opera, the English Chamber Orchestra, the Philharmonia OrchestraThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal Opera, the English Chamber Orchestra, the Philharmonia Orchestra and Chorus, Welsh National OperaThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal Opera, the English Chamber Orchestra, the Philharmonia Orchestra and Chorus, Welsh National Opera, and the Purcell SchoolThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal Opera, the English Chamber Orchestra, the Philharmonia Orchestra and Chorus, Welsh National Opera, and the Purcell School. The Prince also founded The Prince's Foundation for Children and The ArtsThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal Opera, the English Chamber Orchestra, the Philharmonia Orchestra and Chorus, Welsh National Opera, and the Purcell School. The Prince also founded The Prince's Foundation for Children and The Arts in 2002 to help more children experience the arts first-hand. He is President of the Royal Shakespeare CompanyThe Prince is President or Patron of more than 20 performing arts organisations, including the Royal College of Music, the Royal Opera, the English Chamber Orchestra, the Philharmonia Orchestra and Chorus, Welsh National Opera, and the Purcell School. The Prince also founded The Prince's Foundation for Children and The Arts in 2002 to help more children experience the arts first-hand. He is President of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and regularly attends performances in Stratford-Upon-Avon, supports fundraising events and attends the company's annual general meeting.
A keen and accomplished watercolouristA keen and accomplished watercolourist, Charles has exhibited and sold a number of his works, and published books on the subject. The six Trustees of the Royal Collection Trust meet three times a year under his chairmanship.
As an undergraduate at Cambridge he played cello, and has also sung with the Bach ChoirAs an undergraduate at Cambridge he played cello, and has also sung with the Bach Choir twice. His enduring enjoyment of comedy is evidenced by his organising of a comedy gala to celebrate his 60th birthday. He also has an interest in illusionismAs an undergraduate at Cambridge he played cello, and has also sung with the Bach Choir twice. His enduring enjoyment of comedy is evidenced by his organising of a comedy gala to celebrate his 60th birthday. He also has an interest in illusionism, becoming a member of The Magic CircleAs an undergraduate at Cambridge he played cello, and has also sung with the Bach Choir twice. His enduring enjoyment of comedy is evidenced by his organising of a comedy gala to celebrate his 60th birthday. He also has an interest in illusionism, becoming a member of The Magic Circle after passing his audition in 1975 by performing the "cups and ballsAs an undergraduate at Cambridge he played cello, and has also sung with the Bach Choir twice. His enduring enjoyment of comedy is evidenced by his organising of a comedy gala to celebrate his 60th birthday. He also has an interest in illusionism, becoming a member of The Magic Circle after passing his audition in 1975 by performing the "cups and balls" effect. He is reportedly a fan of Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen.

February 1981, and they married in St Paul's CathedralPrince Charles proposed to Diana in February 1981, and they married in St Paul's Cathedral on 29 July. The couple made their homes at Kensington PalacePrince Charles proposed to Diana in February 1981, and they married in St Paul's Cathedral on 29 July. The couple made their homes at Kensington Palace and at Highgrove HousePrince Charles proposed to Diana in February 1981, and they married in St Paul's Cathedral on 29 July. The couple made their homes at Kensington Palace and at Highgrove House, near Tetbury. Charles set precedent by being the first royal father to be present at his children's births.

English family with royal ancestry and became a public figure with the announcement of her engagement to Prince CharlesDiana was born into an aristocratic English family with royal ancestry and became a public figure with the announcement of her engagement to Prince Charles. Diana also received recognition for her charity work and for her support of the International Campaign to Ban LandminesDiana was born into an aristocratic English family with royal ancestry and became a public figure with the announcement of her engagement to Prince Charles. Diana also received recognition for her charity work and for her support of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines. From 1989, she was the president of the Great Ormond Street HospitalDiana was born into an aristocratic English family with royal ancestry and became a public figure with the announcement of her engagement to Prince Charles. Diana also received recognition for her charity work and for her support of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines. From 1989, she was the president of the Great Ormond Street Hospital for children, in addition to dozens of other charities. She remained the object of worldwide media scrutiny during and after her marriage, which ended in divorce on 28 August 1996. Media attention and public mourningDiana was born into an aristocratic English family with royal ancestry and became a public figure with the announcement of her engagement to Prince Charles. Diana also received recognition for her charity work and for her support of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines. From 1989, she was the president of the Great Ormond Street Hospital for children, in addition to dozens of other charities. She remained the object of worldwide media scrutiny during and after her marriage, which ended in divorce on 28 August 1996. Media attention and public mourning were considerable after her death in a car crash in Paris on 31 August 1997.

1 July 1961 – 31 August 1997

Duchess of York

Diana Spencer had two children: Princes William had two children: Princes William (born 21 June 1982) and Henry (known as "Harry") (born 15 September 1984).

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(William Arthur Philip Louis)

born 21 June 1982

United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St AndrewsHe was educated at four schools in the United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St Andrews. He spent parts of a gap yearHe was educated at four schools in the United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St Andrews. He spent parts of a gap year in Chile, Belize, and countries in Africa, most notably Kenya where he has lived and holidayed several times. Prince William has also taken KiswahiliHe was educated at four schools in the United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St Andrews. He spent parts of a gap year in Chile, Belize, and countries in Africa, most notably Kenya where he has lived and holidayed several times. Prince William has also taken Kiswahili studies at universities in Kenya and Tanzania. He was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Blues and RoyalsHe was educated at four schools in the United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St Andrews. He spent parts of a gap year in Chile, Belize, and countries in Africa, most notably Kenya where he has lived and holidayed several times. Prince William has also taken Kiswahili studies at universities in Kenya and Tanzania. He was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Blues and Royals regiment of the Household CavalryHe was educated at four schools in the United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St Andrews. He spent parts of a gap year in Chile, Belize, and countries in Africa, most notably Kenya where he has lived and holidayed several times. Prince William has also taken Kiswahili studies at universities in Kenya and Tanzania. He was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Blues and Royals regiment of the Household Cavalry and, two years later, earned his wingsHe was educated at four schools in the United Kingdom and obtained a degree from the University of St Andrews. He spent parts of a gap year in Chile, Belize, and countries in Africa, most notably Kenya where he has lived and holidayed several times. Prince William has also taken Kiswahili studies at universities in Kenya and Tanzania. He was commissioned as a lieutenant in the Blues and Royals regiment of the Household Cavalry and, two years later, earned his wings by completing pilot training at Royal Air Force College Cranwell. In 2009, the

Prince transferred to the Royal Air ForcePrince transferred to the Royal Air Force, was promoted to flight lieutenantPrince transferred to the Royal Air Force, was promoted to flight lieutenant and underwent helicopter flying training in order to become a full-time pilot with the Search and Rescue Force.
In Autumn 2010, he completed his general and special-to-type helicopter training and went on to RAF ValleyIn Autumn 2010, he completed his general and special-to-type helicopter training and went on to RAF Valley on No. 22 SquadronIn Autumn 2010, he completed his general and special-to-type helicopter training and went on to RAF Valley on No. 22 Squadron performing co-pilot duties on board a Sea KingIn Autumn 2010, he completed his general and special-to-type helicopter training and went on to RAF Valley on No. 22 Squadron performing co-pilot duties on board a Sea King search and rescue helicopter.

a fan of footballWilliam plays polo for charitable causes and is a fan of football, supporting Aston Villa F.C.William plays polo for charitable causes and is a fan of football, supporting Aston Villa F.C. In May 2006, he became President of England's Football AssociationWilliam plays polo for charitable causes and is a fan of football, supporting Aston Villa F.C. In May 2006, he became President of England's Football Association and vice royal patron of the Welsh Rugby UnionWilliam plays polo for charitable causes and is a fan of football, supporting Aston Villa F.C. In May 2006, he became President of England's Football Association and vice royal patron of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) in February 2007 (supporting the Queen as patron of the WRU). The same year, the WRU's decision to name a new cup for test matches between Wales and South AfricaWilliam plays polo for charitable causes and is a fan of football, supporting Aston Villa F.C. In May 2006, he became President of England's Football Association and vice royal patron of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) in February 2007 (supporting the Queen as patron of the WRU). The same year, the WRU's decision to name a new cup for test matches between Wales and South Africa the Prince William CupWilliam plays polo for charitable causes and is a fan of football, supporting Aston Villa F.C. In May 2006, he became President of England's Football Association and vice royal patron of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) in February 2007 (supporting the Queen as patron of the WRU). The same year, the WRU's decision to name a new cup for test matches between Wales and South Africa the Prince William Cup caused controversy, with some believing it would have been more fitting to name the trophy after Ray Gravell.
In 2006, the Prince, along with other Sandhurst officers, took part in running one mile to support the charity Sport ReliefIn 2006, the Prince, along with other Sandhurst officers, took part in running one mile to support the charity Sport Relief, as he had done in 2004 with a team from Clarence House. In May 2007, William became patron of the English Schools' Swimming Association.
William is a noted follower of various packs of foxhounds throughout England and Wales, including the Duke of Beaufort's Hunt, with his father and brother since he was a very young child.
The Prince and his brother are both enthusiastic motorcyclists, with the Prince owning a Ducati 1198 S Corse.

It took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster AbbeyIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" MiddletonIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" Middleton is the eldest of three children of Michael and Carole Middleton of BuckleburyIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" Middleton is the eldest of three children of Michael and Carole Middleton of Bucklebury, Berkshire. William's best manIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" Middleton is the eldest of three children of Michael and Carole Middleton of Bucklebury, Berkshire. William's best man was his brother, Prince HarryIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" Middleton is the eldest of three children of Michael and Carole Middleton of Bucklebury, Berkshire. William's best man was his brother, Prince Harry, while the bride's sister, PippaIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" Middleton is the eldest of three children of Michael and Carole Middleton of Bucklebury, Berkshire. William's best man was his brother, Prince Harry, while the bride's sister, Pippa, was maid of honourIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" Middleton is the eldest of three children of Michael and Carole Middleton of Bucklebury, Berkshire. William's best man was his brother, Prince Harry, while the bride's sister, Pippa, was maid of honour. The ceremony was attended by the bride's and groom's families, as well as many foreign royals, diplomats, and the couple's chosen personal guests. After the ceremony, the couple made the traditional appearance on the balcony of Buckingham PalaceIt took place on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey in London. The groom is Prince William. The bride, Catherine "Kate" Middleton is the eldest of three children of Michael and Carole Middleton of Bucklebury, Berkshire. William's best man was his brother, Prince Harry, while the bride's sister, Pippa, was maid of honour. The ceremony was attended by the bride's and groom's families, as well as many foreign royals, diplomats, and the couple's chosen personal guests. After the ceremony, the couple made the traditional appearance on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. As Prince William was not the heir apparent to the throne, the wedding was not a full state occasion and many details were left to the couple to decide, such as much of the guest list of about 1,900.

CambridgeHours prior to his wedding, Prince William was created Duke of Cambridge, Earl of StrathearnHours prior to his wedding, Prince William was created Duke of Cambridge, Earl of Strathearn and Baron Carrickfergus. The occasion was a public holiday in the United Kingdom and featured many ceremonial aspects, including use of the state carriages and roles for the

Foot Guards and Household Cavalry.

and hotels held events across Canada, over 5,000 street parties were held throughout the United Kingdom, and one million people lined the route

between Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace.

the elder child and only son of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. He is third in line to succeed his paternal great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, after his paternal grandfather, Charles, Prince of Wales, and his father.

on 23 October 2013,
with Oliver Baker,
Emilia Jardine-Paterson, 
Earl Grosvenor,
 Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton,
The Hon. Julia Samuel,
 William van Cutsem (son of the late Hugh van Cutsem) and Zara Tindall
serving as godparents.

the younger child and only daughter of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. She is fourth in line to succeed her paternal great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, after her paternal grandfather, father, and elder brother.

£30,000 gemstoneThe American company The Natural Sapphire Company (The USA) made a £30,000 gemstone-studded white goldThe American company The Natural Sapphire Company (The USA) made a £30,000 gemstone-studded white gold toy rattle for Princess Charlotte. It was made with 18-carat white gold and decorated with rubies, sapphires and diamonds in shape of “The Union Jack”.

Magdalene Church, Sandringham. Her godparents are The Hon. Laura Fellowes, Prince William's maternal cousin; Adam Middleton, the Duchess's paternal cousin; and family friends Thomas van Straubenzee, James Meade, and Sophie Carter.

He is the younger son of Charles, Prince of WalesHe is the younger son of Charles, Prince of Wales and Diana, Princess of WalesHe is the younger son of Charles, Prince of Wales and Diana, Princess of Wales, and fourth grandchild of Queen Elizabeth IIHe is the younger son of Charles, Prince of Wales and Diana, Princess of Wales, and fourth grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of EdinburghHe is the younger son of Charles, Prince of Wales and Diana, Princess of Wales, and fourth grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Therefore, he stands third in the line of succession to the thrones of sixteen independent sovereign states known as the Commonwealth realms, and to the governorship of the Church of England, preceded by his father and elder brother, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge.

at independent schoolsLike his father and brother, Harry was educated at independent schools, starting at Jane Mynors' nursery school and the pre-preparatory Wetherby SchoolLike his father and brother, Harry was educated at independent schools, starting at Jane Mynors' nursery school and the pre-preparatory Wetherby School, both in London. Following this, he attended Ludgrove SchoolLike his father and brother, Harry was educated at independent schools, starting at Jane Mynors' nursery school and the pre-preparatory Wetherby School, both in London. Following this, he attended Ludgrove School, and, after passing the entrance exams, was admitted to Eton CollegeLike his father and brother, Harry was educated at independent schools, starting at Jane Mynors' nursery school and the pre-preparatory Wetherby School, both in London. Following this, he attended Ludgrove School, and, after passing the entrance exams, was admitted to Eton College, where he studied geography, art history, and art at A-LevelLike his father and brother, Harry was educated at independent schools, starting at Jane Mynors' nursery school and the pre-preparatory Wetherby School, both in London. Following this, he attended Ludgrove School, and, after passing the entrance exams, was admitted to Eton College, where he studied geography, art history, and art at A-Level. The decision to place Harry in Eton went against the family tradition of sending royal children to Gordonstoun (Harry's grandfather, father, two uncles, and two cousins all attended); it did, however, make

the Prince follow in the Spencer family footsteps, as both Diana's father and brother had attended Eton. In June 2003, he completed his education at Eton with two A-Levelsthe Prince follow in the Spencer family footsteps, as both Diana's father and brother had attended Eton. In June 2003, he completed his education at Eton with two A-Levels (achieving a grade B in art and D in Geography) having decided to drop history of art after AS level. He excelled in sports, particularly polothe Prince follow in the Spencer family footsteps, as both Diana's father and brother had attended Eton. In June 2003, he completed his education at Eton with two A-Levels (achieving a grade B in art and D in Geography) having decided to drop history of art after AS level. He excelled in sports, particularly polo and rugby union.

8 May 2005, where he was known as Officer Cadet Wales, and joined the Alamein Company. Within a year, in April 2006, Harry completed his officer's training and was commissioned as a Cornet in the Blues and Royals, a regiment of the Household Cavalry in the British Army. By April 2008, whereupon he reached two years' seniority, Harry was promoted to the rank of lieutenant.

charities and other organisations, such as training as a Rugby Development Officer for the Rugby Football Union in 2004 and then coaching students in schools to encourage them to learn the sport. He has also participated in polo matches, like his brother and father, in order to raise money for charitable causes.
Prince Harry enjoys playing many sporting activities, playing competitive polo, as well as skiing and motocross. Prince Harry is a supporter of Arsenal Football Club.

It took place in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall, on 9 April 2005. The ceremony, conducted in the presence of the couples' families, was followed by a Church of England service of blessing at St George's Chapel. The groom's parents, Queen Elizabeth IIIt took place in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall, on 9 April 2005. The ceremony, conducted in the presence of the couples' families, was followed by a Church of England service of blessing at St George's Chapel. The groom's parents, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, did not attend the civil wedding ceremony but were present at the service of blessing and held a reception for the couple in Windsor Castle afterwards. Charles, 56, and Camilla, 57, were both married once before their union.

the only daughter of Elizabeth IIShe is the only daughter of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. At the time of her birth, she was third (behind her mother and elder brother) and rose to second (after her mother's accession) in the line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realms; however, after the birth of two younger brothers and six nieces and nephews she is currently tenth in line.

born August 15, 1950

for her charitable work, being the patron of over 200 organisations, and she carries out about 500 royal engagements and public appearances per year. She is also known for equestrian talents; she won two silver medals (1975) and one gold medal (1971) at the European Eventing Championships, and was the first member of the British Royal Family to have competed in the Olympic Games.

Phillips is a British Captain Mark Anthony Peter Phillips is a British Olympic Captain Mark Anthony Peter Phillips is a British Olympic gold-medal-winning horseman. He remains a leading figure in British equestrian circles, a noted designer of showjumping circuits, and a columnist in Horse & Hound magazine.

22 September 1948

Mark Phillips, then a Lieutenant in the 1st Queen's Dragoon Guards, at Westminster Abbey. Following the wedding, Anne and her husband lived at Gatcombe Park. The couple divorced on 23 April 1992.
It was believed that the Queen had offered Phillips an earldom on his wedding day, as was customary for untitled men marrying into the Royal Family. However, Phillips did not accept the offer. The couple had two children, Peter Phillips It was believed that the Queen had offered Phillips an earldom on his wedding day, as was customary for untitled men marrying into the Royal Family. However, Phillips did not accept the offer. The couple had two children, Peter Phillips and Zara Phillips, and so, unusual for the grandchildren of a monarch, they have no title. (However, they are not currently the only children of a British Princess to carry no title: the children of Princess Alexandra, the Queen's cousin, are also untitled.)

First marriage of Princess Anne and Mark Phillips

RoyalHe is the only son of Anne, Princess Royal, and her first husband, Captain Mark PhillipsHe is the only son of Anne, Princess Royal, and her first husband, Captain Mark Phillips. He is the eldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth IIHe is the only son of Anne, Princess Royal, and her first husband, Captain Mark Phillips. He is the eldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Phillips holds no royal title or style and is currently 11th in the line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realms. After graduating from university in 2000, he worked for Jaguar followed by WilliamsF1. Phillips keeps a low public profile and carries out no royal duties; for many years he has worked in the sports sponsorship and management fields.

(Peter Mark Andrew Phillips)

born 15 November 1977

met Autumn Kelly, whom he married in St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle in 2008. The couple lived in Hong Kong after Phillips moved positions within the Royal Bank of Scotland to head their sponsorships activities in the region. They now live in London where he continues to work for the bank.

daughter named Savannah Anne Kathleen, was born on 29 December 2010 at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. On Saturday, 23 April, the Queen was present for Savannah Phillips's baptism, which took place at Holy Cross Church in Avening, Gloucestershire, near Gatcombe Park, the home of his mother. Savannah is 12th in line for the throne.
On 29 March 2012, Autumn gave birth to another daughter, Isla Elizabeth Phillips, who is 13th in line for the throne.

in the line of succession to the 16 thrones of the Commonwealth realms. As a member of the Great Britain Eventing Team, she won a Silver Medal at the London 2012 Olympics and was presented with her medal by her mother, The Princess Royal.She is married to former England rugby union player Mike Tindall, but is better known by her maiden name which she uses for informal public occasions. She is listed as "Mrs Michael Tindall" in the line of succession.

15 May 1981

Timothy Laurence, then a commander in the Royal Navy, at Crathie Kirk, near Balmoral Castle, on 12 December 1992. In participating in this ceremony, Anne became the first Royal divorcée to remarry since Victoria, Grand Duchess of Hesse and by Rhine, did so in 1905. Like Phillips before him, Laurence received no peerage, and the couple leased a flat in Dolphin Square, London. They later gave up this city home and now reside between an apartment at St James's Palace and Gatcombe Park. Anne has no children by Laurence.

19 February 1960

He is the second son, and third child of Queen Elizabeth IIHe is the second son, and third child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. At the time of his birth, he was second in the line of succession to the thrones of seven independent sovereign states known as the Commonwealth realms; however, after the births of two children to his elder brother, and an evolution of the Commonwealth, Prince Andrew is currently fourth in line to the thrones of 16 countries.

the honorary rank of rea admiral in the Royal Navy, in which he served as an active duty helicopter pilot and later instructor in helicopter flight. He saw active service during the Falklands War, flying on multiple missions including anti-surface warfare, Exocet missile decoy and casualty evacuation.

1959

She is the younger daughter of Major Ronald Ferguson and Susan Barrantes. She is a British charity patron, spokesperson, writer, film producer, television personality and a member of the British Royal Family. She is the former wife of Prince Andrew, Duke of YorkShe is a British charity patron, spokesperson, writer, film producer, television personality and a member of the British Royal Family. She is the former wife of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, to whom she was married from 1986 until their divorce in 1996. She is often popularly referred to as "Fergie", a common nickname for people named Ferguson.

Prince Andrew, Duke of YorkShe is the elder daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York. She is fifth, and the first female, in the line of succession to the thrones of the sixteen Commonwealth realms. While studying at Goldsmiths, University of London, Princess Beatrice was not expected to undertake regular Royal duties, although she did make appearances at some Royal events; for instance, she and her sister, Princess Eugenie, represented their father at a service of thanksgiving for her aunt Diana, Princess of Wales, in 2007.

born 8 August 1988

younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of YorkShe is the younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York. As such she is sixth, and the second female, in the line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realms.
Her first royal engagement was opening Teenage Cancer Trust's unit for young cancer patients in Leeds on 23 October 2008. She also makes appearances with the royal family at events.

Princess Eugenie of York

born 10 March 1964

He is the third son and fourth (and youngest) child of Elizabeth IIHe is the third son and fourth (and youngest) child of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. At the time of his birth, he was third in the line of succession to the thrones of ten independent sovereign states known as the Commonwealth realms; however, after the births of two children each to his two elder brothers, and an evolution of the Commonwealth, Prince Edward is now seventh in line to the thrones of sixteen countries: the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Jamaica, Barbados, the Bahamas, Grenada, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Belize, Antigua and Barbuda, and Saint Kitts and Nevis.

out a full schedule of royal duties on behalf of the Queen, receiving Civil List monies from the Queen of £141,000 per annum for their work in the United Kingdom, and various amounts from the governments of the other realms for his work there.

The Earl has taken on many roles from his father, the Duke of Edinburgh, who is reducing some commitments owing to his age. The Earl replaced him as President of the Commonwealth GamesThe Earl has taken on many roles from his father, the Duke of Edinburgh, who is reducing some commitments owing to his age. The Earl replaced him as President of the Commonwealth Games Federation (since 2006 its Vice-Patron) and opened the 1990 Commonwealth GamesThe Earl has taken on many roles from his father, the Duke of Edinburgh, who is reducing some commitments owing to his age. The Earl replaced him as President of the Commonwealth Games Federation (since 2006 its Vice-Patron) and opened the 1990 Commonwealth Games in New Zealand and the 1998 Commonwealth GamesThe Earl has taken on many roles from his father, the Duke of Edinburgh, who is reducing some commitments owing to his age. The Earl replaced him as President of the Commonwealth Games Federation (since 2006 its Vice-Patron) and opened the 1990 Commonwealth Games in New Zealand and the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Malaysia. He has also taken over the Duke's role in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme, attending Gold Award ceremonies around the world.

public relations She began a career in public relations, working for a variety of firms, including four years at Capital Radio She began a career in public relations, working for a variety of firms, including four years at Capital Radio. The Prince's engagement to Sophie Rhys-Jones She began a career in public relations, working for a variety of firms, including four years at Capital Radio. The Prince's engagement to Sophie Rhys-Jones, then a public relations executive with her own firm, was announced on 6 January 1999. Edward proposed to Sophie with an Asprey She began a career in public relations, working for a variety of firms, including four years at Capital Radio. The Prince's engagement to Sophie Rhys-Jones, then a public relations executive with her own firm, was announced on 6 January 1999. Edward proposed to Sophie with an Asprey and Garrard engagement ring worth an estimated £105,000: a two-carat oval diamond flanked by two heart-shaped gemstones set in 18-carat white gold.
The wedding itself took place on 19 June, of the same year

She is second child and first daughter of Christopher Bournes Rhys-Jones, a retired tyre salesman, and his wife, Mary, a secretary, who already had a son, David.

(Sophie Helen; née Rhys-Jones)

born 20 January 1965

only daughter of Prince Edward, Earl of WessexShe is the elder child and only daughter of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of WessexShe is the elder child and only daughter of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. She is the youngest granddaughter and second-youngest grandchild of Elizabeth IIShe is the elder child and only daughter of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. She is the youngest granddaughter and second-youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of EdinburghShe is the elder child and only daughter of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. She is the youngest granddaughter and second-youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Lady Louise is currently ninth in line of successionShe is the elder child and only daughter of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. She is the youngest granddaughter and second-youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Lady Louise is currently ninth in line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realms (having been eighth in line at the time of her birth). Lady Louise was born with the eye disorder exotropia. Lady Louise attends St George's School, Windsor Castle Lady Louise was born with the eye disorder exotropia. Lady Louise attends St George's School, Windsor Castle, the same school that Princess Eugenie of York attended from 2001 to 2003 as a day girl.

(Louise Alice Elizabeth Mary Mountbatten-Windsor)

born 8 November 2003

son of Prince Edward, Earl of WessexHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of WessexHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and the youngest grandchild of Elizabeth IIHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and the youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of EdinburghHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and the youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Viscount Severn is eighth in the line of successionHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and the youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Viscount Severn is eighth in the line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realmsHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and the youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Viscount Severn is eighth in the line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realms. In June 2012 the Viscount Severn took part in his first public appearance attending the Thames river pageantHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and the youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Viscount Severn is eighth in the line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realms. In June 2012 the Viscount Severn took part in his first public appearance attending the Thames river pageant with his parents and sisterHe is the second child and only son of Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and the youngest grandchild of Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Viscount Severn is eighth in the line of succession to the thrones of the 16 Commonwealth realms. In June 2012 the Viscount Severn took part in his first public appearance attending the Thames river pageant with his parents and sister in honour of his grandmother, Elizabeth II.

(James Alexander Philip Theo Mountbatten-Windsor)

born 17 December 2007