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These 6 Royals Chose a Path Outside the Palace

What may surprise you is that Harry and Meghan are not at all the first royals to withdraw of their royal duties or to embark on their own careers. These Royals have been supporting themselves in various ways long before the Duke and Duchess of Sussex made their surprising announcement. 1.

The Royal Jewelry Collection: Let's Take a Peek...

Although the value of each individual piece is nothing short of jaw-dropping, the history and lineage behind them are arguably even more impressive, from the royal women who wore them, to the diamonds contained in them that were previously part of other royal pieces.

Look Back at These Iconic Royal Wedding Photos

It was 1947, only two years after World War II ended and times were difficult for everyone, royal or not. Royal weddings have always been events that drew a massive public interest and sometimes even changed the course of history.

What Life Looks Like for British Royal Babies

This is, more or less, a royal mother's experience. Discover the cool and surprising facts about the British royal family's babies, the only babies in the world who are given passports at birth.

HMS Queen Elizabeth Redefines the Word "Gargantuan"

The biggest-ever warship built by the Royal Navy, HMS Queen Elizabeth, has set sail for the very first time after a 10-year build.

8 Words You'll Never Hear the Royals Say

If you want to know more about the "royals," you can learn here a bit about how they do NOT speak. Here are 8 words you'll never hear a member of the Royal family utter, lest they be considered poor speakers.

This Lost WWII Postcard Is a Moving Glimpse Into History

A lost postcard sent by a Royal Navy recruit in 1943 has finally reached its destination - almost 78 years later. Bill Caldwell, who was 18 years old and in his first week of military training, sent the postcard to his uncle Fred in Liverpool, but it never arrived.

Learn Which Foods the British Royal Family Avoids and Why

Garlic and Onion Garlic and onions are both off of the menu at royal events.

10 of the Most Spectacular Royal Crowns in the World

It carries quite a historical weight - it was first created to be worn by a noble at the coronation of Emperor Napolean Bonaparte, it then passed on to Swedish royals and Danish royals. In 2010, Mary made some changes to the tiara, making it more compact and easy to wear.

Live Long Like the Queen: 8 Royal Secrets of Longevity!

Below you’ll find 8 royal secrets of longevity. 1. Get Regular Medical Screenings The queen has regular medical screenings and access to medical care that helps to keep her in good health.

A Royal Beast: Celebrating the Beauty of the Horse

A beautiful series of photos of horses at their most beautiful - at some beautiful location involving a beach, crystal-clear water, and the sun shining on their beautiful streaming hair. These are ..

15 Magnificent Royal Residences From All Around the World

Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand Image Source: François Philipp/ Flickr The Thai royal palace has been completed in 1782 and it was the home of the royal family of the Kings of Siam until 1925. 

Remembering the Animals of War in 10 Colorized Photos

Cats were also often carried on board navy ships or hunted rats in the trenches. Then, there were several other animals, including cats, dogs, birds, monkeys, bears, and lions that served as mascots and helped boost the morale amid war.