The British Soccer Legend Who Waited 12 Hours To See The Queen's Coffin
Queen Elizabeth's subjects lined up by the thousands upon thousands for a chance to process by her coffin, lying in state. Celebrities also took their turn.
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Even The Cash Carried By Queen Elizabeth Got The Royal Treatment
Queen Elizabeth II's image was emblazoned upon many objects, including money. Here is how the cash she carried in her pocketbook got the royal treatment.
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Queen Elizabeth II's Personal Chef Had An Adorably Unexpected Duty
When chef Darren McGrady began working at Buckingham Palace, he said that to the queen had a task for him that he did not quite expect. Here's what it was.
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Freddie Mercury And Jimi Hendrix's Coffins Share A Similar Detail With The Queen's
Though funeral practices have shifted in recent years, with cremation becoming a favorite, others, like the royal family, opt for more traditional choices.
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The Only Christmas Broadcast Queen Elizabeth Ever Missed
Queen Elizabeth II's annual Christmas broadcasts were a staple of the holiday season. However, there is one particular broadcast that she missed. Here's why.
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Palace Makes Huge Change For Prince Harry Right Before The Queen's Funeral
Following Queen Elizabeth II's death, a lot of royal traditions are being upheld. However, the Palace has made a huge change to her funeral for Prince Harry.
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Why Prince Andrew Holds The Power Over Princess Anne To Step In For King Charles III
In 2013, anticipating the birth of Prince William's first child, the late Queen Elizabeth II passed a new law removing male royal primogeniture.
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Queen Elizabeth Had A Little-Known Hobby That You Definitely Won't Expect
Queen Elizabeth II had a number of hobbies including her interests in horses and dogs. However, there is one particular hobby of the queen's you may not know.
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The British Military Guards Must Follow Proper Protocol Even While Fainting
British military guards must follow proper protocol while fainting, which means fainting forward with their arms at their sides, while no one helps them.
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The Controversial History Of The Cullinan Diamond Used In The Queen's Coffin Crown
The controversial history of the Cullinan diamond used in the queen's coffin crown and funeral involves the legacy of British Imperialism.
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Why A 2015 Statement From The Queen Had Twitter Making Some Truly Morbid Jokes
Queen Elizabeth II is remembered as a monarch with a remarkable sense of duty and responsibility, as well as a love of horses and dogs, especially corgis.
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These Are Princess Anne's Two Children
Queen Elizabeth II's only daughter, Princess Anne, is a gifted equestrian, philanthropist, and the proud mother of two. Here's more about her children.
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Why Royals Never Have Open Caskets During Funerals
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the pomp and circumstance of royal funerary practices are in full view. Here is why royals never have an open casket.
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Who Was The First Prince Of Wales?
For decades, the world knew the U.K.'s King Charles III as the Prince of Wales. That title has now been given to Prince William. But who held it first?
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The Real Reason Pants Were Objectionable In The Roman Empire
There have been some strange fashion faux pas in history. Wearing trousers in ancient Rome was seen as a serious breach of the fashion code and here's why.
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British Royal Houses Explained
Stretching back to the Middle Ages, Britain's royal houses have been a source of fascination for millions. These are the British royal houses explained.
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14 Types Of Raptor Dinosaurs Explained
Fast, intelligent predators -- you would not have wanted to be on the wrong side of a raptor's claw. Here is a look at some of these nimble Cretaceous killers.
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The Line To See The Queen's Coffin Is Much Longer Than You Think
Since Wednesday when Westminster Hall was opened so the public could pay their respect to the queen, the queue has only continued to grow and grow — by miles.
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Fainting Among The Queen's Guard Is More Common Than You Think
Being a member of the military and serving in highly public, stylized, scrutinized roles has its own challenges. Add to that the possibility of passing out.
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Who Was The Only English King To Be Named A Saint?
England broke with the Catholic church centuries ago, but one British King was named a saint. Here is the only English king to be canonized.
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Why Is There A Ping Pong Ball In King Charles' Old Crown?
The British royal family owns vast wealth and jewels, so why is there a ping pong ball in King Charles' old crown?
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Europe's Biggest Witch Trial In Their History That You Probably Never Heard About
Tragically, history is full of those moments when one group of people successfully blamed another group for a misfortune they had nothing to do with.
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The Unique US Highway That Plays A Tune When You Drive The Speed Limit
Route 66, one of the most popular and beautiful highways in the US, plays a patriotic tune when you drive it going the speed limit. Here's how it works.
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Small Details You Missed In Vincent Van Gogh's Most Famous Paintings
Vincent van Gogh made a career of producing vibrant, dappled, swirling, and primitive artwork. That said, he left plenty of intriguing details in his artwork.
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The Significance Of The Prayer The Queen Received Upon Arrival At Westminster Hall
Queen Elizabeth II's casket is lying in state at Westminster Hall. There is significance to the prayer the queen received upon arriving there.
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Who Pays For A British Royal Funeral?
With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom engaged in a lengthy period of public pageantry mixed with mourning. It all comes with a price tag.
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The Unexpected Role Rod Stewart's Wife Will Play At Queen Elizabeth's Funeral
British rocker Rod Stewart's wife will play an unexpected role at Queen Elizabeth's funeral on September 19.
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