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Category: Norway
The Death of King Olav V, Part 2
Note: Much of this is taken from the second episode of King and Queen for 25 Years: The King is Dead - Long Live the King (Konge og dronning i 25 år: Kongen er død - leve kongen), which originally aired as part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations back in 2016. I have included the… Continue reading The Death of King Olav V, Part 2
The Death of King Olav V, Part 1
Hofdame Note: The 17th of January marked 30 years since the death of King Olav V, the beloved King of Norway. Thank you to Ween for this comprehensive post. We know you will find it as touching and inspiring as we did. Look for Part 2 tomorrow. Ween Note: Much of the material is taken… Continue reading The Death of King Olav V, Part 1
Random Royal Rotogravure
Note: Next week we will do a deep dive on the Romanovs, courtesy of one of our community, so this is a good way to ease ourselves into the topic! Use this and the Bits post for general conversation, as you feel like it, over the holiday. We'll see everyone on Monday. Many happy holiday… Continue reading Random Royal Rotogravure
Pocket Profile – Queen Maud Part 2
Note: Hey Handbaggers, Maud had a tiny waist and that she maintained it through corsetry is no secret. Let's not delve into the potential dangers of that practice. It can get contentious, and we prefer to focus on fashion and other light topics Thanks! Royal as she was, Maud's youthful life and early married days… Continue reading Pocket Profile – Queen Maud Part 2
