Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert, popularized the Christmas tree in Great Britain. The London newspapers showed an engraving of the royal family gathered around the tree, and people began emulating the custom in their own homes. Prince Albert was known for donating trees to army barracks and schools.
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They are ceremonial leaders. Since as far back as the 17th century (and even much further), British monarchs have been limited in their ruling power in various ways, especially by the ruling privileges and responsibilities of the British Parliament. This arrangement is known as Parliamentarian Monarchy or, as it can also be called, Constitutional Monarchy.
Christmas in Great Britain in the most of the British Empire is celebrate on December 25. Many of the traditions celebrated in the United States originated in England.
Only two British Monarchs have been named Elizabeth.
They are ceremonial leaders. Since as far back as the 17th century (and even much further), British monarchs have been limited in their ruling power in various ways, especially by the ruling privileges and responsibilities of the British Parliament. This arrangement is known as Parliamentarian Monarchy or, as it can also be called, Constitutional Monarchy.
Inside, outside, all around Britain. If you're speaking of Christmas, they generally gather around a Christmas tree.
No. The political structure of The British Isles has changed several times throughout history, with consequent changes to the title of the monarch. During the reign of Queen Ann, in 1707 the crowns of England and Scotland were united; before then the monarchs were kings and queens of England and after this date they were Kings and Queens of The United Kingdom of Great Britain. In 1801, the crown of Ireland was added to the union and the monarch then reigned over The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. In 1920 the Southern part of Ireland became independent and the British monarch then reigned over The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Yes and No. In 1877, after about 16 years of British rule of India, the British Government decided to recognize Queen Victoria as Empress of India. Our Kings kept that title until soon after India became independent in 1948. So, although the Monarchs were not Emperor of Britain, they were King of Britain and Emperor of India.
The average British family will spend around £800 on Christmas, approx £200 on decorations, Christmas cards, food etc. the rest on presents.
Only two British Monarchs have been named Elizabeth.
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Mercantilism was the basic policy imposed by Britain on its colonies. The colonies were captive markets for British industry, and the goal was to enrich the mother country.