The royal family has a lengthy history of military service. Queen Elizabeth II was no exception, and she picked up many skills during her time in the army.

"Senior palace officials have asked that there be no overt displays of affection around the queen, and on any overnight stays when they're under the same roof, the usual rule is silence after 11 p.m. unless there's a late function," added the source.

Queen Elizabeth II's sense of humor was on full display when she took part in a surprise James Bond cameo during the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony.

Queen Elizabeth II served as monarch for more than 70 years, from her coronation in 1952 until her death on September 8, 2022. Throughout the years, her life has inspired many TV shows and movies, with 11 actresses playing her to date.

The late Queen Elizabeth II worked incredibly hard throughout her reign and for one of her 21,000 official engagements she couldn't resist resting her eyes

In Queen Elizabeth II, they were profoundly moved.  Aged 75 at the time, the monarch decided to break a 600-year-old protocol just two days after 9/11 to pay a touching tribute to America by famously ordering the Star-Spangled Banner to be played outside Buckingham Palace during the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

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Queen Elizabeth II has returned to Romsey as a life-size bronze statue of the late monarch was unveiled outside Romsey Abbey.

In her 30-plus years as a luxury housekeeper and as the former head housekeeper to HM Queen Elizabeth II, Lorraine Dale has learnt practically all there is to know about keeping a tidy home.

King Charles recently circulated a letter regarding the royal status of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after their UK return. The letter clarified that the Sussexes are private citizens and