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Old 08-17-2005, 11:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Isabel
Let's face the facts. If Alexandra was so horrible, then why would she still be allowed to keep a prefix? Sure she no longer bears an HRH, but an HH for a divorced European Princess is very generous, IMO. If Alex was still so awful and contributed greatly to the downfall of her marriage, then why give her an added titled of Countess in preparation of her some day remarrying and not wanting her to be untitled? Regardless of saving face from the Royal House, this would not be normal behavior towards someone who committed an act of betrayal. I wouldn't expect for her to be denounced, but I wouldn't expect such graciousness and clear respect.
A very good fact. As far as royal divorces go, she did pretty well for herself. So I doubt she betrayed Joachim. The royal family, especially the Queen herself, realizes how important Alexandra is to the monarchy in Denmark and provided her with a title. Not bad at all. Clear respect indeed.
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