Martina Devlin: British royal family was always revered, but Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reviled
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Martina Devlin: British royal family was always revered, but Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reviled
"Arrest of King Charles's brother, Andrew, has shaken monarchy to the core As a young reporter working in England, I was often struck by the reverence and affection shown by British people to their royal family. They would brave the elements for hours to catch a glimpse of popular members. Afterwards, those who had waited were starstruck, especially if they had shared a handshake or a few words."
"One woman made headlines for revealing Queen Elizabeth said "Sorry, pet" when she accidentally trod on her toe."
The arrest of King Charles's brother, Andrew, has shaken the monarchy to the core. British people have long shown reverence and affection toward the royal family. Members of the public frequently brave the elements for hours to catch a glimpse of popular royals. Those who wait often become starstruck, particularly after sharing a handshake or exchanging a few words. Small, personal interactions carry strong emotional weight; one woman reported that Queen Elizabeth said "Sorry, pet" after accidentally treading on her toe. Such public devotion contrasts with the turmoil implied by the arrest.
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