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Friday, November 20, 2009
Little Kent prince christened
November 20, 1935
The six-week-old son of the Duke and Duchess of Kent was christened today in the private chapel at Buckingham Palace. The family had originally decided on four names for the little prince, but last night decided to add Paul -- for the Duchess of Kent's brother-in-law, Prince Paul of Yugoslavia, who is one of three regents for the minor King Peter.
The Archbishop of Canterbury performed the "simple" ceremony. The baby was named Edward George Nicholas Paul Patrick. He will be styled as Prince Edward of Kent. The godparents are King George V, Queen Mary, the Prince of Wales, the Princess Royal, Field Marshall the Duke of Connaught, Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll, and Prince Nicholas of Greece.
Prince Arthur of Connaught represented his father at the baptism. Princess Elizabeth, Princess Margaret, and Princess Arthur of Connaught were also present.
Dear Marlene,
ReplyDeleteThis is a very nice posting for the christening of the now Duke of Kent. As always you gave so much information.
The Duke of Kent seems very much cognizant of his
role as first cousin to the Queen. She seems to be very aware of all the support that he has provided for her.
Kind Regards, Keith.