Royal monarchy

Princess Beatrice attends a Christmas lunch for members of the Royal Family hosted by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace on December 19, 2018 in London, England.

To understand the decision, we must first consider the historical context surrounding the British monarchy. The monarchy's traditions and protocols are deeply rooted in centuries of history, with strict guidelines dictating the conduct of its members.

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Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie haven't had hard lives by nearly any standard, but they have gone through some sad times.

Royals and interesting women in history

The British royals get all the attention, but there are plenty of other monarchies. They're all jaw-droppingly rich, but some of these rulers are more well known — and have more power — than others. How much do you know about today's monarchs?

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The late Queen Elizabeth II spent every summer at the Scottish residence

Princess Alexandra of Wales with sons, Prince albert Victor and Prince George. Late.1870s.