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The Platinum Jubilee serves as an opportunity to reflect on the complex interactions and historical evolution of the British monarchy and the transformations in sport, politics and society.
Giving gifts make people feel closer to the Queen and the royal family.
Scrapbooks on the Royal Family are more meaningful objects for our families, and our own communities, than we might first expect.
Some sectors get a boost while others may suffer.
This year’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations will draw on traditions that have bolstered support for monarchs since the early 1800s — it could help this year’s celebrations succeed again.
An expert on the royal family’s finances explains how they still benefit from historical connections to slavery and empire.
Souvenirs celebrating royal events have been a staple since the 17th century.
The Queen has expressed her wish that when Prince Charles becomes king, his wife will be known as queen consort.
The monarchy has seen highs and lows of popularity over the past 200 years, an expert explains.
To fête the 70th year of Queen Elizabeth’s reign, several towns – and a few villages – are to be granted the royal right to call themselves cities.
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