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Princess Eugenie

2010-04-25T10:03:48Z

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Eugenie Victoria Helena Mountbatten-Windsor, daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah Ferguson. Born 23 March 1990 in Portland Hospital, London. She was introduced to the public on 30 March 1990 when her mother left the hospital with her. Eugenie was named after the daughter of Princess Beatrice (Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg) who was the youngest daughter of [[Victoria|Queen Victoria]] and also after Victoria’s third daughter, Princess Helena. Eugenie’s christening was the first public christening in the royal family and took place at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene in [[Sandringham]]. [http://www.englishmonarchs.co.uk/windsor_17.htm]

== Family ==
Her parents split up in 1992 when Eugenie was two years old and they were divorced in 1996. Her older sister, [[Princess Beatrice of York]], was born on 8 August 1988.

== Education ==
After having attended Upton House School at [[Windsor]], Eugenie went to Coworth Park School (Windlesham) and Marlborough School in Wiltshire. She got A-Level grades of A and B in the end in History of Art, Art and English Literature [http://www.princesseugenie.co.uk/search/label/About%20Eugenie]. After having finished school, she started studying English and History at Newcastle University in 2009.

== Interests ==
For years Eugenie has been interested in charity work and often attends charity events her mother is involved with. Additionally, she likes skiing, playing tennis, and is also into football and computer games. TV shows she likes are ''Desperate Housewives'' and ''Lost''.

== Sources ==
* Princess Eugenie: Information, news, pictures and videos of Princess Eugenie of York. 21 April 2010. http://www.princesseugenie.co.uk/
* English Monarchs. 21 April 2010. http://www.englishmonarchs.co.uk/windsor_17.htm

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Prince William

2010-04-22T16:52:24Z

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William Mountbatten-Windsor (Prince William) was born on 21 June 1982 in London. On 4 August 1982 he was christened in the music room of Buckingham Palace.

'''Family'''

Prince William is the older son of the Prince of Wales (Prince Charles) and the Princess of Wales (Diana) and has a younger brother, Prince Harry. His parents split-up in the end of 1992, which was announced by John Major, the Prime Minister; 4 years later, on 28 Augst 1996, their marriage was dissolved, but Princess Diana stayed at Kensington Palace ([http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/personalprofiles/theprinceofwales/biography/index.html]). When Prince William was 15, his mother was killed in a car crash.

'''Education'''

At first, William attended Mrs Mynors School, then he went to Wetherby School (London) between 1987 and 1990. After that, he spent five years at Ludgrove School (Berkshire) and then went to Eton College where he studied History of Art, Geography and Biology. After a gap year, he started studying at St Andrews University (Scotland) and graduated in Geography in 2005.

'''Army'''

In 2006, Prince William became an army officer at Sandhurst and a Second Lieutenant of the Household Chivalry. Now he is in training in order to become a Search and Rescue Pilot for the Royal Air Force. In the RAF he is known as "Flight Lieutenant William Wales" ([http://www.royal.gov.uk/ThecurrentRoyalFamily/PrinceWilliam/Adayinthelifeof/Overview.aspx]).

'''Charities and patronages'''

At the moment Prince William is the President or Patron of 13 charity organisations, but he also supports other charity organisations and events.

'''Sources:'''

Clarence House. "Prince William". 22 April 2010.
http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/personalprofiles/princewilliamprinceharry/princewilliam/biography/index.html

Clarence House. "The Prince of Wales". 22 April 2010.
http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/personalprofiles/theprinceofwales/biography/index.html

The official website of The British Monarchy. 22. April 2010.
http://www.royal.gov.uk/ThecurrentRoyalFamily/PrinceWilliam/PrinceWilliam.aspx

Prince William

2010-04-22T16:52:01Z

Dynasty: Created page with 'William Mountbatten-Windsor (Prince William) was born on 21 June 1982 in London. On 4 August 1982 he was christened in the music room of Buckingham Palace. '''Family''' Prince …'

William Mountbatten-Windsor (Prince William) was born on 21 June 1982 in London. On 4 August 1982 he was christened in the music room of Buckingham Palace.

'''Family'''

Prince William is the older son of the Prince of Wales (Prince Charles) and the Princess of Wales (Diana) and has a younger brother, Prince Harry. His parents split-up in the end of 1992, which was announced by John Major, the Prime Minister; 4 years later, on 28 Augst 1996, their marriage was dissolved, but Princess Diana stayed at Kensington Palace ([http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/personalprofiles/theprinceofwales/biography/index.html]). When Prince William was 15, his mother was killed in a car crash.

'''Education'''

At first, William attended Mrs Mynors School, then he went to Wetherby School (London) between 1987 and 1990. After that, he spent five years at Ludgrove School (Berkshire) and then went to Eton College where he studied History of Art, Geography and Biology. After a gap year, he started studying at St Andrews University (Scotland) and graduated in Geography in 2005.

'''army'''

In 2006, Prince William became an army officer at Sandhurst and a Second Lieutenant of the Household Chivalry. Now he is in training in order to become a Search and Rescue Pilot for the Royal Air Force. In the RAF he is known as "Flight Lieutenant William Wales" ([http://www.royal.gov.uk/ThecurrentRoyalFamily/PrinceWilliam/Adayinthelifeof/Overview.aspx]).

'''charities and patronages'''

At the moment Prince William is the President or Patron of 13 charity organisations, but he also supports other charity organisations and events.

'''sources:'''

Clarence House. "Prince William". 22 April 2010.
http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/personalprofiles/princewilliamprinceharry/princewilliam/biography/index.html

Clarence House. "The Prince of Wales". 22 April 2010.
http://www.princeofwales.gov.uk/personalprofiles/theprinceofwales/biography/index.html

The official website of The British Monarchy. 22. April 2010.
http://www.royal.gov.uk/ThecurrentRoyalFamily/PrinceWilliam/PrinceWilliam.aspx

Osborne House

2010-04-21T21:02:40Z

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Osborne House

One of the most popular tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight is “Osborne House” which was owned by Queen Victoria. After her first visit, Victoria wrote “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” (cited on: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server.php?show=nav.14479).
The house was built like an Italian villa and in 1845, Victoria bought the house for herself and her family.
In the following years, the house was renovated and extended according to Victoria’s wishes and even a Wendy house was built in the garden for her grandchildren (the so-called “Swiss Cottage” where the children of the royal family learned to cook). The whole house was renovated in the Italian renaissance style which Prince Albert liked very much and which still can be recognised in many rooms of the House. On 22 January 1901, Queen Victoria died in Osborne House in presence of emperor Wilhelm the second, her grandson. In 1903, her son (King Edward VII.) gave the house as a present to the British nation because he had no use for it. Since then, it has been a museum.
Today, Osborne House is still very famous for its Victorian style, the extensive grounds with hundreds of different flowers, the Swiss Cottage and a wonderful view across the Solent. It is always a good place to visit -especially for families due to many activities for children.

'''Sources:'''

English Heritage. 21 April 2010.
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server.php?show=nav.14479
Jonas, Linda and Laurie. The Heritage Trail. 21 April 2010.
http://www.theheritagetrail.co.uk/royal%20palaces/osborne%20house.htm

Osborne House

2010-04-21T21:02:11Z

Dynasty:

Osborne House

One of the most popular tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight is “Osborne House” which was owned by Queen Victoria. After her first visit, Victoria wrote “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” (cited on: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server.php?show=nav.14479).
The house was built like an Italian villa and in 1845, Victoria bought the house for herself and her family. In the following years, the house was renovated and extended according to Victoria’s wishes and even a Wendy house was built in the garden for her grandchildren (the so-called “Swiss Cottage” where the children of the royal family learned to cook). The whole house was renovated in the Italian renaissance style which Prince Albert liked very much and which still can be recognised in many rooms of the House. On 22 January 1901, Queen Victoria died in Osborne House in presence of emperor Wilhelm the second, her grandson. In 1903, her son (King Edward VII.) gave the house as a present to the British nation because he had no use for it. Since then, it has been a museum.
Today, Osborne House is still very famous for its Victorian style, the extensive grounds with hundreds of different flowers, the Swiss Cottage and a wonderful view across the Solent. It is always a good place to visit -especially for families due to many activities for children.

'''Sources:'''

English Heritage. 21 April 2010.
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server.php?show=nav.14479
Jonas, Linda and Laurie. The Heritage Trail. 21 April 2010.
http://www.theheritagetrail.co.uk/royal%20palaces/osborne%20house.htm

Osborne House

2010-04-21T21:01:48Z

Dynasty: Created page with 'Osborne House One of the most popular tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight is “Osborne House” which was owned by Queen Victoria. After her first visit, Victoria wrote …'

Osborne House

One of the most popular tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight is “Osborne House” which was owned by Queen Victoria. After her first visit, Victoria wrote “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” (cited on: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server.php?show=nav.14479).
The house was built like an Italian villa and in 1845, Victoria bought the house for herself and her family. In the following years, the house was renovated and extended according to Victoria’s wishes and even a Wendy house was built in the garden for her grandchildren (the so-called “Swiss Cottage” where the children of the royal family learned to cook). The whole house was renovated in the Italian renaissance style which Prince Albert liked very much and which still can be recognised in many rooms of the House.
On 22 January 1901, Queen Victoria died in Osborne House in presence of emperor Wilhelm the second, her grandson. In 1903, her son (King Edward VII.) gave the house as a present to the British nation because he had no use for it. Since then, it has been a museum.
Today, Osborne House is still very famous for its Victorian style, the extensive grounds with hundreds of different flowers, the Swiss Cottage and a wonderful view across the Solent. It is always a good place to visit -especially for families due to many activities for children.

'''Sources:'''

English Heritage. 21 April 2010.
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server.php?show=nav.14479
Jonas, Linda and Laurie. The Heritage Trail. 21 April 2010.
http://www.theheritagetrail.co.uk/royal%20palaces/osborne%20house.htm

Princess Eugenie

2010-04-21T20:34:25Z

Dynasty: Created page with 'Princess Eugenie Victoria Helena Mountbatten-Windsor was born on 23 March 1990 in London in the Portland Hospital. She was introduced to the public on 30 March 1990 when her moth…'

Princess Eugenie Victoria Helena Mountbatten-Windsor was born on 23 March 1990 in London in the Portland Hospital. She was introduced to the public on 30 March 1990 when her mother left the hospital with her. Eugenie was named after the daughter of Princess Beatrice (Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg) who was the youngest daughter of Queen Victoria and also after Victoria’s third daughter, Princess Helena. Eugenie’s christening was the first public christening in the royal family and took place at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene in Sandringham.

'''Family'''

Princess Eugenie of York is the younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah Ferguson, his ex-wife. Her parents split up in 1992 when Eugenie was two years old and they were divorced in 1996. Her older sister, Princess Beatrice of York, was born on 8 August 1988.

'''Education'''

After having attended Upton House School at Windsor, Eugenie went to Coworth Park School (Windlesham) and Marlborough School in Wiltshire. She got A-Level grades of A and B in the end. After having finished school, she started studying English and History at Newcastle University in2009.

'''Interests'''

For years Eugenie has been interested in charity work and often attends charity events her mother is involved with. Additionally, she likes skiing, playing tennis, and is also into football and computer games. TV shows she likes are “Desperate Housewives” and “Lost”.

'''Sources:'''

Princess Eugenie: Information, news, pictures and videos of Princess Eugenie of York. 21 April 2010.
http://www.princesseugenie.co.uk/

English Monarchs. 21 April 2010.
http://www.englishmonarchs.co.uk/windsor_17.htm