Princess Anne will be given a special role at the Coronation dating back hundreds of years, as Charles rewards her for her 'unwavering loyalty'
, although Charles was reportedly jealous of his sister's relationship with their father Prince Philip.
But Charles now goes to Anne for advice and trusts her deeply, and appreciates her "no nonsense attitude". The custom dates back to the Tudor era, when a Gold Stick and a Silver Stick were placed near the monarch to keep them safe."He is rewarding the Princess Royal for her loyalty and her unwavering devotion to duty above all else."The King values his sister as a trusted lieutenant and this is the perfect example of such a relationship."
Anne was also a former personal aide-de-camp to the Queen, her mother, and went on horseback during the Trooping the Colour celebrations in London for the monarch's birthday.
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