Support for monarchy is at all time high

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The Queen visits the Chelsea Flower Show (22 May 2012)

A new poll shows that 80 % of Britons want to remain subjects of the Queen, with just 13 % in favour of living in a republic, the lowest proportion for at least 20 years. More than 1,000 British adults polled last weekend were asked: “Would you favour Britain becoming a republic or remaining a monarchy?” Support for the monarchy is highest among the over-55s, at 88 %, but even in the 18-24 age group 73 % favour the current system, with just 17 per cent wanting a republic and 10 % undecided. Conservative supporters are most likely to be monarchists – 96% prefer Britain to have a monarch rather than become a republic compared to three quarters (74%) of Labour supporters and 84% of Liberal Democrats.

A spokesman of Ipsos MORI said: “Since the Royal wedding the publicity the Royal family has received has been phenomenal, particularly for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge”.

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Monarchs Galore!

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King Michael of Romania, a relative of Queen Elizabeth sits immediately to her right, while on her left is King Simeon of Bulgaria.

The Romanian National Day: 10 May 1916

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The Romanian celebrations of National Day – 10 May 1916 – cavalry passing in review before King Ferdinand. Being in the nature of a military review the Romanian National Day celebrations were mainly of a warlike character. The war in which Europe was involved gave that year a wider significance than before. The celebrations were mainly in the nature of a ‘preparedness for war’ demonstration.

A mobile anti-aircraft battery in the Romanian demonstration.

72 years ago, King Carol II bust statue at the New York World’s Fair

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Cristina Georgescu, considered one Romania’s beauties of that time, dressed in a peasant costume, stands by a bust statue of King Carol II, exibited at the Romanian Pavilion from the 1940 World’s Fair in New York. She directed the preparations for the second opening (1940) to the public of the alabaster-lined structure, which had a particularly popular attraction in the foreign exhibit area of the exhibition last season (1939). With Romania occupying the headlines, along with other war-threatened European nations, her exhibit at the Fair, opened on 11 May, was of timely interest.

The building was constructed by architects Prince George Cantacuzino, Octav Doicescu & Aurel Doicescu.

The Romanian House

The Romanian House - Courtesy of the NY World's Fair Historical Society

King George V Jubilee Paper Mache Crown, 1935

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Jubilee paper mache panels of all designs and sizes were made at Pytram’s factory at New Malden in rediness for the Jubilee celebrations. One of the huge crowns, in paper mache, shown in its finished state.

Happy Birthday to HRH Prince Nicholas of Romania

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HRH Prince Nicholas of Romania (21 October 2011), the National History Museum of Romania, Bucharest

Twenty years ago HRH Prince Nicholas, the son of Princess Helena and grandson of HM King Michael, arrived for the first time in Romania. He was just 7 years old, and his perceptions of his heroic grandfather’s homeland were those of a child who came along with his mother and grandparents, but put suddenly in the front of the sheer enthusiasm of the over one million Bucharest people who came to greet King Michael for the first time in a half of century, after his forced abdication in 1947. Today, Prince Nicholas celebrates 27 years, soon he will finish his studies. He is the third in the line of the succession to the Romanian throne. Nicholas is held in high regard by his family and also by the Romanians. Happy birthday! DM  

Prince Nicholas w. his mother, Princess Helena of Romania, Bucharest 23 April 1992

see also La Multi Ani ASR Principelui Nicolae al Romaniei

HRH Crown Princess Margarita of Romania – Birthday Anniversary

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A Happy birthday Your Royal Highness from the bottom of our hearts! Diana & Valentin Mandache. 26 March 2012: Princess Margarita’s birthday

The Queen’s address to Parliament, 20 March 2012

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Queen Elizabeth II

History links monarchs and Parliament, a connecting thread from one period to the next. So, in an era when the regular, worthy rhythm of life is less eye-catching than doing something extraordinary, I am reassured that I am merely the second Sovereign to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee.

As today, it was my privilege to address you during my Silver and Golden Jubilees. Many of you were present ten years ago and some of you will recall the occasion in 1977. Since my Accession, I have been a regular visitor to the Palace of Westminster and, at the last count, have had the pleasurable duty of treating with twelve Prime Ministers.

Over such a period, one can observe that the experience of venerable old age can be a mighty guide but not a prerequisite for success in public office. I am therefore very pleased to be addressing many younger Parliamentarians and also those bringing such a wide range of background and experience to your vital, national work.

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Queen Elizabeth II Attends Services at St. Paul’s Cathedral

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The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh were attending a service of dedication and thanks for the Order of the British Empire, at which 2,000 of those holding the honour were present.

Queen Elizabeth II leaves Service for the Order of the British Empire held at St. Paul’s Cathedral in her cape and crown. (Photos: Getty Images)

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Danish EU Presidency celebration

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Prince Philippe of Belgium, Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, Princess Mary of Denmark and Princess Mathilde of Belgium attend a concert for Danish EU Presidency celebration at Flagey, 26 January 2012, Brussel

Rosenborg Castle, special exhibition: Pearls

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PEARLS. Royal splendour – Modern design. Special exhibition. 11 Feb. 2012 – 28 May, 2012

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark Celebrates 40 Years on The Throne

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Queen Margrethe II of Denmark:

The most important thing for me and my family is to try to be a unifying factor for our country and our people

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark Celebrates 40 Years on The Throne - Balcony Views General view of the Danish Royal Family and other royal guests on the balcony to celebrate Queen Margarethe II of Denmark's 40 years on the throne at Amalienborg Royal Palace, 15 January 2012, Copenhagen

Queen Margrethe II about the role of a monarch

It is a gradual process of preparation. Father was not the sort of person to sit down and lecture me or give longer discourses on what had to be done and how. It was a slow process of the same type that I have tried to practice with the Crown Prince when he was younger. It is not something that can be learnt by heart and imposed.

Queen Margarethe II of Denmark and Prince Henrik of Denmark make an appearance on the balcony to celebrate the Queen’s 40 years on the throne at Amalienborg Royal Palace

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark’s Ruby Jubilee

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Margrethe II of Denmark arrives for the official reception to celebrate 40 years on the throne at City Hall on January 14, 2012 in Copenhagen

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark is marking the 40th anniversary of her succession to the country’s throne. She became the first female sovereign of Denmark in 1972 following the death of her father, King Frederick IX.

Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark held a press conference on the occasion of her 40th annniversary as Queen in the Great Hall at Christian IX Palace at Amalienborg. Copenhagen, 10th January 2012

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Happy Birthday, Duchess of Cambridge!

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The Duchess of Cambridge celebrates her 30th birthday today, 9 January 2012. HAPPY 30th BIRTHDAY, CATHERINE, Duchess of Cambridge!

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attend the premiere of Steven Spielberg's film 'War Horse', 8 January 2012

1912 A century ago season greetings card – Romanian Royal Family

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A Happy New Year 2012 … a hundred years later!

A century ago season greetings card - The Romanian Royal Family, old postcard (Diana Mandache collection)