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Broken staff and a rope-pulled coffin, odd traditions for Queen's funeral

Royal funerals used to be held at night, and women were not allowed to attend

Wales Online · Sep 15, 2022

Royal funeral customs and mishaps: a loyal dog, spooked horse and broken crown

Traditions, rituals and the occasional mishaps have shaped sovereigns’ funerals over hundreds of years.

The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2022

Royal vault: Inside the burial chamber that houses 25 royals - Who is buried there?

Prince Philip among royals buried in Windsor

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2022

Five dating tips from the Georgian era

If there was one thing the Georgians loved, it was the idea of love itself. The Georgian era, from the coronation of George I in 1714 to the death of George IV in 1830, saw a celebration of love and marriage in popular culture, including in bestselling novels such as…

The Conversation · Jul 20, 2022

12 places you won’t believe are in England

Provence or Gloucestershire? Cornwall or the Med? Here are England’s most beautiful backdrops

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2022

How all Liverpool's 43 docks got their names

Some are named after royalty, factories and famous battles

Liverpool Echo · Jul 3, 2022

Visitors to Howth can walk in the famous footprints of King George IV

This hidden gem is a must-see for Irish history fans

Dublin Live · May 27, 2022

Doncaster and Milton Keynes among eight towns awarded city status

Stanley in Falkland Islands also becomes city after contest marking Queen’s platinum jubilee year

The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2022

Audio Books on British History

If you enjoy audio books and you're interested in history, here is the first in a series of recommended books, based on what I have listened to in the past several years. All of these books are, in my opinion, well-narrated and informative. All are available from Audible.com. Favorites Bonnie…

Reason · Apr 29, 2022

What is the lineage of Queen Elizabeth II?

Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning monarch alive today, but at age 96, she is also the oldest monarch in history.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2022