The Queen is 96 years old. However, the old lady was not confused at all. Although aging has caused some physical and mobility inconveniences, the elderly's thinking is still clear and clear, and things are still wise and decisive. A few days ago, the old lady once again proved that she was 96 years old "wise and courageous".
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne, and a series of large-scale and grand celebrations will be held in the United Kingdom to commemorate this important and historic moment. The high-tide part of the celebration focused on June, while the Royal Army Parade (the Queen's official birthday celebration) scheduled for 2 June became the most iconic and special moment in the series of celebrations.
Previously, the issue of the selection of people to stand on the balcony of Platinum Han Palace to participate in the military parade has been the attention of the media, royal experts and netizens. Fans who follow the British royal family know that in the past two years or so, the British royal family has experienced an eventful autumn. Whether it is the death of Prince Philip, the sex scandal of Prince Andrew, or the departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and the series of "complications" that followed their departure, they have dealt different degrees of blows to the royal family.
As a result, the topic of whether the Runaway Prince and former American actresses will return to England for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, and whether they and Prince Andrew will still be eligible to stand on the Platinum Han Palace balcony with the Queen and other members of the royal family and accept the blessings of the blessed people has been discussed, speculated, and even within the royal family there are major disagreements. On May 6, local time, finally, this topic that has been hotly discussed for a long time has finally settled.
According to foreign media reports, Buckingham Palace has confirmed the final appearance of the queen at the parade, "forbidding Harry, Meghan and Prince Andrew to appear on the balcony of Buckingham Palace". In a statement released by the Queen, the Queen's spokesperson said: "After careful consideration, the Queen has decided that the traditional Royal Army Parade scheduled for Thursday, 2 June will be limited to the Participation of the Queen and members of the Royal Family currently performing official duties on behalf of the Queen." ”
The list includes: Prince Charles, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (Prince William and Kate Middleton), Count and Countess of Wessex (Prince Edward and Sophie), Princess Anne and Sir Tim Lawrence (Princess Anne's husband), Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Duke and Duchess of Kent, Princess Alexandra.
From this list, one can tell that these people are all "incumbents" who work diligently for the royal family. With the exception of Prince Charles, the first in line to the throne, Prince William, the second in line, and their respective wives (Camilla and Kate), the Duke of Sussex resigned from the royal family, and it was the Earl of Wessex who were appointed to take over most of their positions. Princess Anne has always been the most dedicated and diligent "labor model" of the royal family. After the Queen's health problems, the Dukes of Kent, Princess Alexandra, the Dukes of Gloucester and the Duchess also took on more royal duties.
In addition to the aforementioned "incumbents", the Queen made exceptions for three great-grandchildren — Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis (William and Kate's child), two grandchildren — Lady Louise and Viscount James (the child of Prince Edward and Sophie) and Princess Anne's husband, Sir Tim Lawrence.
The appearances of 8-year-old Prince George, 7-year-old Princess Charlotte and 4-year-old Prince Louis are both reasonable and expected. In addition to being the direct heir to the throne, the three cute babies of the Cambridge family are loved by royal fans around the world. The appearance of the three children will undoubtedly add a touch of color to the already high-profile military parade.
Louise and James may be credited with the fact that their parents, Prince Edward and Sophie, now have a royal presence. After Harry Meghan left the royal family, Edward and Sophie not only took over most of their positions, but also performed quite well. Therefore, some media joked that "Sophie is the queen's secret weapon". When seeing this list, the most heart-wrenching estimate for Harry and Meghan was the appearance of the Edward family. Because if they hadn't left, maybe there would have been nothing for Prince Edward's family. Of course, where are there so many "ifs" in the world.
Shortly after the Queen's announcement, Harry and Meghan, who had been making up their minds, finally decided to attend the Queen's 70th anniversary celebrations. Until then, Harry had been saying: "No security, resolutely do not bring home wife and children." However, after the Queen had cleverly and reasonably excluded them (Harry, Meghan and Prince Andrew) from the list with "incumbents", The Fallen Prince rushed through his spokesman to say: "Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke of Sussex and the Duchess of Sussex are very excited and honoured to bring their children with them to the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne in June this year." (This will be Archie's first return to England after two and a half years away from england, and the first time Lilybette has met someone from her grandmother's house.) ）
At this moment, nothing security, no danger, nothing. Although you can't stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, at least Harry's family of four can participate in activities such as church thanksgiving. Insiders revealed: "The appearance of buckingham Palace balconies is a public event. Harry Meghan and other family members will only be able to participate in activities of a family nature. At the same time, the Queen reiterated that Harry and Meghan had always been one of her most beloved family members.
Well, the old lady is hot here. After putting up with the "ridicule" and criticism for more than 2 years, the old man's hand makes you unable to find fault even if you are depressed. Harry, who claimed to be the queen's favorite grandson, had planned to threaten the old lady with his son and daughter to solve his security problems, but the old lady directly said with action: "You love to go back, anyway, I sent the invitation card." Face is also enough. My demeanor is decent and elegant, and you love it. ”
The Queen's decision is expected to be depressed for some time. Originally planning to let the youngest daughter Lilibert make a world-class grand appearance, and then become the "Queen's favorite great-granddaughter", but the Queen directly cut off this road for her. No matter how helpless Harry and Meghan are, Lilybert and Archie can only change their appearances.
In addition, the Queen's exception to Princess Anne's husband, Sir Tim Lawrence, once again proves that the old man is a man of clear rewards and punishments. In a statement released, the Queen's spokesperson made it clear: "The Queen would love for Sir Tim Lawrence to be together. As a regular attendee of official royal events, it was also nice to see that he had been supporting Princess Anne's work. ”
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were not able to occupy a place because they were not members of the royal family. Of course, it is not excluded that they are affected by Daddy Andrew.
The Queen's list is considered by many royal experts to be a very wise and elegant solution; because it is a perfect way to avoid the embarrassment of some "unpopular" members of the royal family in case they are overwhelmed by fans and the British people. At the same time, they also pointed out that this arrangement also adds to the highlights of other celebrations.
As we all know, the royal family is a place where the hierarchy is very strict. After leaving the royal family, the seating arrangement for Harry and Meghan to participate in the event when they first took the baby home to visit their relatives became an interesting point of interest. In addition, after saying that all the relatives and friends are not, how Harry and Meghan have to deal with their cold eyes and sloppiness. How will the Sussex family interact with the Cambridge family? Some royal commentators have pointed out that Harry and Meghan must be deeply aware of an important problem when they return this time: "The world is not revolving around them... ”
Well, it looks like a new soap opera is about to be staged... There are quite a few points to watch. However, what I am most looking forward to is the wonderful performance of the three small children in Cambridge.
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