Top 10 Royals, Rebels, and Romantics (episode 36)

In just about six months, we’ve started exploring British history together. So I thought it would be fun for the end of the year to look back at the Top Ten royals, rebels, and romantics. I’ve looked at likes, comments, popular episodes, questions on social media, and here are YOUR top 10! 

Number 10: Romantic Couples

Number 9: Underwear!

Number 8: John of Gaunt’s Love Life and the Wars of the Roses

Number 7: Queen Victoria

Number 6: John Gerard, Spy Extraordinaire

Number 5: Richard III

Number 4: Secrets of the Six Wives

Number 3: Diamond Rings and All That Bling

Number 2: Elizabeth and Elizabeth

And Number 1: Christmas Celebrations!

The Queen’s Christmas speech in 2020 was unlike any other—delivered from Windsor Castle but with a socially distant and reduced crew and as part of a celebration that, for the first time, she did not share with her family. Her Majesty reflected that, “Remarkably, a year that has necessarily kept people apart has, in many ways, brought us closer,” going on to praise those who have been volunteering and demonstrating a quiet, indomitable spirit in the face of a worldwide pandemic. She expressed gratitude for frontline workers, medical professionals, and good Samaritans. Mentioning those who have lost loved ones and are missing family and friends, the Queen assured them “If you are among them, you are not alone, and let me assure you of my thoughts and prayers.”

That seems a good place to end our look back at the Royals, Rebels, and Romantics. Many were moved by and expressed appreciation for the Queen’s speech, especially this year. And in this challenging time, let’s all learn from the powerful lessons of history and use our words and actions to help others and make the world a bit happier each day.

I’ll end by thanking for your listening ears and wonderful support. I’m so looking forward to exploring history next year with you!  Lots of fun and surprises ahead. Stay tuned!

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