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The life of Charles Spencer-Churchill, 9th Duke of Marlborough

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On 13 November 1871, Charles Spencer-Churchill, 9th Duke of Marlborough , was born in Shimla, then part of British India. He was a first cousin of Sir Winston Churchill, with whom he shared a close friendship. As the Duke of Marlborough, he was also the owner of the magnificent Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, one of Britain's most famous stately homes and the birthplace of Winston Churchill. But who was Charles Spencer-Churchill, and what made his life so fascinating? Let's discover his story! Family His parents were Charles Spencer-Churchill, 8th. Duke of Marlborough and Albertha Frances Anne Hamilton. He was a nephew of Lord Randolph Churchill and a first cousin of Sir Winston Churchill.  He was educated at Winchester College and Trinity College, Cambridge. Career in politics Marlborough entered the House of Lords on the early death of his father in 1892, and made his maiden speech in August 1895. In 1899, he was appointed Paymaster General by Lord Salisbury,...

Royal Highlights of November 2026

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November is full of moments of remembrance, royal traditions and international engagements. From Remembrance Sunday in the United Kingdom to King's Day in Belgium and Monaco's National Day, the royal calendar offers plenty to discover. Here are the Royal Highlights of November 2026! Royal diary October 27th - November 4th: UK: King Charles III finish the official tour, which includes visits to The Bahamas, Guyana, and Antigua and Barbuda. Queen Camilla will join the King in Antigua and Barbuda. November 1st: The association agreement between the Associated State of Antigua and the United Kingdom was terminated on 1 November 1981. In Antigua and Barbuda, this is celebrated as its Independence Day, a national holiday. November 2nd: BE: King Philippe received Prime Minister Bart De Wever in Audience at the Royal Palace. The Prime Minister submitted his resignation, following the failure of budget negotiations within his government. The King has reserved his decision & will be...

10 fascinating facts about Crown Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, Duchess of Brabant

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On 25 October 2026, Crown Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, Duchess of Brabant, celebrates her 25th birthday! As the eldest daughter of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, Princess Elisabeth has a very special place in Belgian royal history. One day, she is expected to become the first reigning Queen of the Belgians. But who is the young princess behind the royal title? From her international education and military training to her love of music and sports, there is much more to discover about Belgium's future queen. Let's celebrate her birthday with 10 fascinating facts about Crown Princess Elisabeth of Belgium! 1. A princess born in Brussels Princess Elisabeth Thérèse Marie Hélène was born on 25 October 2001 at the Erasmus Hospital in Anderlecht, Brussels. She is the first child of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, who were then Duke and Duchess of Brabant. Elisabeth has three younger siblings: Prince Gabriel, born in 2003, Prince Emmanuel, born in 2005, and Princess Eléonore, born...

Royal Highlights of October 2026

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October will be a fascinating month for royal watchers, with state visits, royal birthdays, historic commemorations and several exhibitions that bring royal history back to life. From Belgium and the Netherlands to Scandinavia, Spain and the United Kingdom, the royal calendar is once again filled with engagements. October is also an important month for the younger generation of European royals, with the birthdays of Crown Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, Crown Prince Christian of Denmark and Princess Leonor of Spain. For me, this month will have an extra touch of royal history. I will be travelling to Paris myself, following in the footsteps of Marie Antoinette and Napoleon and discovering some of the places where their stories unfolded.  So, let us take a look at the royal highlights, birthdays, anniversaries, books and exhibitions to watch in October 2026. Crown Princess Elisabeth of Belgium and Prince Emmanuel of Belgium Royal diary Breast Cancer Awareness Month. October 1st: BE:...

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