English Monarchy

HISTORY

If you thought fake news was bad today, just wait till you hear about the royal “warming pan baby”, the 17th century’s biggest fake news scandal.

THINGS

Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch of the UK, clocking 70 years as ruler. So since he was four years old, King Charles III has been preparing for his turn to rule—and his turn means some significant changes for the royals.

PEOPLE

Often called the "Grandmother of Europe," Queen Victoria has descendants sitting on the thrones of five of the world's approximately 28 surviving monarchies. Let's see what these royal descendants are up to. ​

PEOPLE

Oliver Cromwell toppled England's monarchy, but he did so at an immense cost. Some saw him as a hero; others saw him as a genocidal tyrant.

INSTANT

Oliver Cromwell toppled England's monarchy, but he did so at an immense cost. Some saw him as a hero; others saw him as a genocidal tyrant.



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