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Newer posts →Belgian Feast Year 2009
It will be an especially festive year for the Belgian Royal family. The festivities started with the celebration of the 75th Anniversary of King Albert I’s death, and the 100th anniversary of his accession to the throne, on February 17. Then there is the golden wedding anniversary of King Albert II and Queen Paola on 2 July. As everyone knows, this marriage knew its ups and downs. Both spouses had … Continue reading
Posted in Austrian Royals, Belgian Royals | Tagged Albert II of the Belgians, Archduke Lorenz, Austria-Este, Birthday, Prince Philippe, Princess Astrid of Belgium, Princess Mathilde, Queen Paola, Wedding Anniversary | Leave a commentBelgian Royals attend Mass in remembrance of the deceased family members
On 17 February, the Belgian Royal family gathered at the Church of Laeken to attend the annual Mass in honour of all deceased family members. Not only the King and Queen were present, but also Prince Philippe, Princess Mathilde, Princess Astrid, Prince Lorenz and Princess Claire. This year, the mass was held especially in commemoration of King Albert I, who died 75 years ago. They also visited the Royal Crypt … Continue reading
Posted in Austrian Royals, Belgian Royals | Tagged Albert I, Archduke Lorenz, Austria-Este, Mass, Prince Laurent, Prince Philippe, Princess Astrid of Belgium, Princess Claire, Princess Mathilde, Queen Paola, Royal Crypt | Leave a commentInauguration of Princess Elisabeth Base Antarctica
The little Princess Elisabeth herself, whose name the polar station so proudly bears, visited the International Polar Foundation in Brussels on the occasion of the inauguration last Friday, together with her father, Prince Philippe. They recorded a video message for the scientists who are stationed in Antarctica, in which the little Princess wished them good luck, in perfect Dutch and French. For more pictures of the event, see belga. … Continue reading
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