History of Prince in Timeline

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Prince

A prince is a male ruler or a male member of a monarch's family. It is a title of nobility, often hereditary, in some European countries. The female equivalent is princess. The word derives from Latin 'princeps', meaning 'the first, foremost, the chief, most distinguished, noble ruler'.

50 minutes ago : Royal Easter Service Held; Prince William and Kate Middleton Absent for Second Year

King Charles and Queen Camilla attended Easter service with royals. Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their children were absent for the second consecutive year. Their absence was noted by many royal observers.

1947: Dissolution of the Empire

In 1947, the Empire of India dissolved, and the princely states began acceding to the newly formed Union of India and the Dominion of Pakistan.

1949: Accession to India and Pakistan

Between 1947 and 1949, the hereditary Indian rulers of the princely states completed their accession to the newly formed Union of India and the Dominion of Pakistan.