The Crown Jewels

The coronation of King Charles III on May 6, 2023

Written in: Dutch • Randy Koo • May 6, 2023

Het Algemeen Dagblad reports: 'The coronation of King Charles III' is a mix of Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. The last time a coronation took place in England was in 1953, so 70 years ago. Back then, Queen Elizabeth II became...

Queen Elizabeth II and The State Funeral

Written in: Dutch • Randy Koo • September 19 2022

Historic farewell filled with emotion, pomp, and splendor. The state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II will be the largest funeral of a head of state we will ever see. Many world leaders from various monarchies and presidents. It is estimated that more than 45 million...

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