The British Royal Family Explained
How Do We Still Have Monarchies? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsKfw89djqg Subscribe! http://bitly.com/1iLOHml The British monarchy is famous for its centuries old legacy and clashes...
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Of the nearly 30 monarchies in the world today, far and away the most famous is that of the United Kingdom. From the death of Princess Diana, to the Royal Wedding, to the queen’s many hats, the international media seems to be obsessed with Britain’s royal family. But there is a republican movement in the United Kingdom that actually wants to see an end to this centuries-old institution, as it reportedly costs taxpayers millions of dollars every year. So, where did Britain’s royal family come from, and what role do they play in society today? Around the year 827, King Egbert of the region “Wessex” conquered kingdoms in every direction, eventually becoming the first King of England. Over the course of roughly 700 years, England saw dozens of kings from ...
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Of the nearly 30 monarchies in the world today, far and away the most famous is that of the United Kingdom. From the death of Princess Diana, to the Royal Wedding, to the queen’s many hats, the international media seems to be obsessed with Britain’s royal family. But there is a republican movement in the United Kingdom that actually wants to see an end to this centuries-old institution, as it reportedly costs taxpayers millions of dollars every year. So, where did Britain’s royal family come from, and what role do they play in society today? Around the year 827, King Egbert of the region “Wessex” conquered kingdoms in every direction, eventually becoming the first King of England. Over the course of roughly 700 years, England saw dozens of kings from ...
