British Crown

PRINCE MICHAEL was born on July 4th, 1942 at the family home in Iver, Buckinghamshire. He was christened Michael George Charles Franklin, with President Franklin D. Roosevelt as one of his godfathers. His father, Prince George, Duke of Kent, was the fourth son of King George V and his mother, Princess Marina, was the daughter of Prince Nicholas of Greece and of Grand Duchess Helen Vladimirovna of Russia.

The homepage of the site with quick links to recent news articles and the biography sections for The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, Prince William and Prince Harry. Plus a link to The Monarchy site - where you can access information on Her Majesty The Queen and The Royal Family, as well as find out how to visit Royal Palaces and exhibitions.

Dating back over ten centuries, the Monarchy plays an important role in the UK and Commonwealth. This web site provides information on the work of The Queen in modern society, biographies of the Royal Family, a history of kings and queens through the ages, background on Royal residences and art collections, and coverage of recent Royal events.