Monday, May 17, 2010

more royals arrive for Edward's funeral

May 17, 1910

King Alfonso XIII and King George of the Hellenes arrived in London this evening. They were met at the railroad station by King George V, the Duke of Cornwall, the Duke of Connaught, and "other royal personages," according to the New York Times.
They are in London to attend the funeral of King Edward VII.
Prince Henry of Prussia, the late king's nephew, also arrived in London tonight, and he was met by the Duke of Connaught on behalf of King George V. Prince Henry will represent the German Navy at Edward's funeral.

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