Traditionally, the Royal Family have adhered to a strict rule of not displaying emotion in public. Queen Mary insisted that her granddaughter maintain a serious demeanor, as she believed it was inappropriate for monarchs to smile before their subjects. Once in power, however, Queen Elizabeth challenged this custom and frequently displayed her sense of humour throughout her 70-year reign. And the rest of her family have followed suit, as these pictures show. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip enjoy a chuckle at Windsor Castle in 2003 as she walks past him while he is dressed in traditional uniform.

Source: The Times May 16, 2024 11:08 UTC