What could be a better memorial to Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, than a pod of faintly psychedelic giant lily pads ...

Ever since May 8, 1945 — when Princess Elizabeth and sister Margaret slipped to join the VE Day celebrations — she was regarded by veterans as one of them. The late Queen, Queen Mother and ...

In his book Elizabeth ... Queen and other guests tossed rose petals at them, marking a role reversal from thirteen years earlier at Elizabeth's wedding. The newlyweds then travelled to Battle ...

On 8 May 1945, after nearly six years of global conflict, Britain and its Allies celebrated Victory in Europe Day (VE Day), marking the formal surrender of Nazi Germany. Eight decades later, the ...

A gold-plated lamp light made especially for the 80th anniversary of VE Day will be carried into St Paul’s Cathedral and blessed by the Dean, before being taken to Tower Bridge where its flame ...

Queen Elizabeth's recollections of VE Day were resurfaced for the 80th anniversary, including how she snuck out of the palace ...

Kings like King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I kept dogs at court. These dogs, frequently employed for hunting, were greatly valued for their ability and loyalty. Greyhounds, spaniels ...

Queen Elizabeth II "danced the Conga" on VE Day, King Charles has confirmed in a surprising speech. Members of the Royal ...

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