To augment the knowledge from our Lost Magnificence series, we are dipping into the history of various members of the Romanov family. The life and reign of Catherine the Great is far too vast for a mere "Pocket" Profile. That very concept is to giggle over. We are simply looking at the highlight reel here,… Continue reading Pocket Profile – Catherine the Great
Category: Pocket Profiles
Pocket Profile – Grand Duke George of Russia
We have been enjoying Royal Warren(t)'s posts on the lost magnificence of the Romanovs so much, we thought a look at a member of the modern generation of the disposed family was in order. It's timely because one of the claiments to the Headship of the Imperial Family of Russia was recently engaged. https://www.instagram.com/p/CKR74irhZQ1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link George… Continue reading Pocket Profile – Grand Duke George of Russia
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
Pocket Profile – The Mad Queen of Madagascar
Remember our feature on Queen Ranavalona III? I know some of you were disappointed that despite her education and intelligence, she wasn't able to actually rule. Well, that's not a problem for Queen Ranalanova I. Hold on to your hats and pearls, for this is quite a story. Ranavalona I is often referred to as… Continue reading Pocket Profile – The Mad Queen of Madagascar