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Anne, Princess Royal, is a member of the Royal Family of Great Britain. She is the only daughter and the second child of four children born to Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

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Anne, Princess Royal, is a member of the Royal Family of Great Britain. She is the only daughter and the second child of four children born to Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Being a skilled horseback rider, Anne was the first person from the British Royal Family to compete in the Olympics in 1976. 

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Key Facts & Information

EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION

  • On August 15, 1950, Princess Anne was born in London at Clarence House. She is Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s only daughter and sister to King Charles III. 
  • George V gave the go-ahead to use the titles Prince or Princess to only the sovereign’s male-line descendants and offspring. However, Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s children were given such titles under the new regulations issued by George VI.
  • The Archbishop of York baptized her on October 21, 1950, at Buckingham Palace. Her title was Royal Highness Princess Anne of Edinburgh until 1952. 
  • The title Her Royal Highness The Princess Anne was bestowed upon Princess Anne by her mother, Queen Elizabeth II when she ascended the throne following the death of King George VI in 1952. 
  • She was too young when her mother was crowned and did not attend the event.
  • Catherine Peebles, a royal governess, was appointed to look after her early education at Buckingham Palace. Catherine also served as the governess for Prince Charles, the Princess’s brother. She was a more assertive and boisterous child than her older brother, Charles.
  • For the Princess to interact with girls her age, the Girl Guides’ 1st Buckingham Palace Company, which included the Holy Trinity Brompton Brownie pack, was reorganized.
  • After receiving a private education at Buckingham Palace, Princess Anne attended the Kentish boarding school Benenden. 
  • She completed her education in six years, earning two A-Levels and six GCE O-Levels.
  • Despite having two A levels, her greatest passion was horses and the outdoors. 
  • She left Benenden in 1968 and entered public life. At age 20, she was elected president of Save the Children Fund, for which she has visited more than 70 countries and worked tirelessly. 
  • In addition, she established the Princess Royal Trust for Carers, serves as the Commandant-in-Chief of St. John Ambulance, and holds positions with more than 200 charities. 
  • According to a recent study in 2023, the Princess Royal is the hardest-working member of the Royal Family, carrying out a total of 212 royal engagements, including charity gatherings, award ceremonies, memorials, sporting events, and luncheons.
  • She is also an honorary member of several Commonwealth nations and the British Armed Forces.

QUICK FACTS

  • Name: Princess Anne Elizabeth Alice Louise
  • Birth Date: August 15, 1950
  • Birth City: London
  • Birth Country: England
  • Gender: Female
  • Best Known For: Princess Anne, the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, is best known for her charitable work and equestrian talents.
  • Astrological Sign: Leo
  • Schools
    • Benenden School

Family:

  • Spouse/Ex-: Timothy Laurence (M. 1992), Mark Phillips (M. 1973–1992)
  • Father: Prince Philip, Duke Of Edinburgh
  • Mother: Queen Elizabeth II
  • Siblings: Prince Charles III; Prince Andrew, Duke of York; Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh
  • Children: Peter Phillips, Zara Tindall

NEW TITLES, ROYAL ENGAGEMENTS AND DUTIES

  • She was styled Her Royal Highness The Princess Anne, Mrs Mark Phillips after she married Captain Mark Phillips in 1973, until her mother created her Her Royal Highness Princess Royal in 1987.
  • After finishing school, Princess Anne attended her first royal public appointment at 18. In 1969, she accompanied her parents on their first state royal trip to Austria and opened an educational and training center in Shropshire.  
  • The Princess participated in the British 3-day eventing team at the 1975 European Championships, winning silver medals for the team and the individual competition. Princess Anne is regarded as an exceptional horsewoman.
  • She is well-known for representing her mother at foreign dignitaries’ funerals, as the Queen is not customarily present at these events. She travels overseas for the United Kingdom as well.
  • She founded “The Princess Royal Trust for Carers” in the 1990s and has been president of “Save the Children” since the 1970s. 
  • She travels the world, even in impoverished parts of Africa, as part of her charitable work.
  • Following the Queen’s retirement in 1981, London University graduates chose Princess as their institution’s chancellor. 
  • She has also represented Her Majesty as High Commissioner to the Church of Scotland General Assembly.
  • She was the first member of the Royal Family to travel as a government guest to the Soviet Union on formal business in 1990. She also frequently appeared in her capacity as the Colonel-in-Chief of The Royal Australian Corps of Signals and The Royal Australian Corps of Transport.
  • She has assisted young people in determining their futures while serving as St. John Ambulance’s Commandant-in-chief of Cadets.
  • She was a London Olympic Games Organizing Committee member and represented Britain in the International Olympic Committee.
  • The Princess Royal, King Charles III, William the Prince of Wales, and Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, are the current four Royal Fellows of the Royal Society, of which she is one.
  • In 2011, Princess was appointed Chancellor of the University of Edinburgh. 
  • Anne became the first woman to participate in a Vigil of the Princes, guarding her mother’s coffin on 12 September 2022, in St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh.

HONORS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

  • She has received numerous honors, including the Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal, the Commemorative Medal for the Centennial of Saskatchewan, the Grand Cross of the Order of the House of Orange, and the Commander Grand Cross of the Order of the White Rose of Finland.
  • Additional accolades include being named Chancellor of Memorial University of Newfoundland, Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, Doctor of Laws, Colonel-in-Chief of the Royal New Zealand Army Nursing Corps, and more.

PERSONAL LIFE AND LEGACY

  • Her boyfriends included Richard Mead, the Olympic three-day eventing champion, and Andrew Parker Bowles, who would later marry Camilla. 
  • Princess Anne wed Mark Phillips in Westminster Abbey, London, on November 14, 1973. Before becoming a Captain, he was a Lieutenant in the Queen’s Dragoon Guards. Their children do not have courtesy titles because he declined an earldom offered to him. 
  • In 1977, their son Peter Phillips was born, followed by their daughter Zara in 1981. 
  • She was the victim of a failed kidnapping attempt in 1974 in Pall Mall, London, where a crazy person attempted to force her into a car and demand ransom. 
  • The Princess and Mark Phillips filed for divorce on April 28, 1992, having announced their intention to separate in 1989. 
  • On December 12, 1992, she remarried to naval commander Timothy Laurence at Crathie Kirk, a Church of Scotland church close to the Balmoral Estate.

Equestrianism

  • She has always had a passion for equestrian sports and horses. 
  • She took first place in the three-day European Championship individual competition in 1971 and was chosen as the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year. 
  • She competed for the British Team at the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal and earned a silver medal in the individual and team competitions at the 1975 European Eventing Championship. 
  • She served as the British delegate to the International Olympic Committee and was a part of the 2012 Olympic Games organizing committee in London. 
  • One of the most well-liked royals in Britain, Princess Anne participates in a variety of royal activities and occasions.

Princess Anne Worksheets

This fantastic bundle includes everything you need to know about Princess Anne across 28 in-depth pages. These ready-to-use worksheets are perfect for teaching kids about Princess Anne. She is the only daughter and the second child of four children born to Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Being a skilled horseback rider, Anne was the first person from the British Royal Family to compete in the Olympics in 1976. 

Complete List of Included Worksheets

Below is a list of all the worksheets included in this document.

  1. Princess Anne Facts
  2. What do You Think of?
  3. 2 Truths, 1 Lie
  4. About Princess Anne
  5. The Princess’ Tiara
  6. Royal Expressions
  7. Royal Charities
  8. Reality vs. Fiction
  9. Expert Equestrian 
  10. Describing Anne
  11. Social Media Campaign

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Princess Anne?

Princess Anne, formally known as Anne, Princess Royal, is the second child and only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. She was born on August 15, 1950, and is known for her active involvement in various charitable organizations, equestrian sports, and her dedication to public service.

What is Princess Anne’s role within the royal family?

Princess Anne holds the title of “Princess Royal,” a title traditionally bestowed upon the eldest daughter of the reigning monarch in the United Kingdom. Her role involves representing the monarchy at official events, engagements, and ceremonies both domestically and internationally. She also carries out a significant amount of charity work, focusing on issues such as youth development, sport, and animal welfare.

What are Princess Anne’s notable achievements?

Princess Anne is an accomplished equestrian, having competed in the Olympic Games as a member of the British equestrian team. She won individual gold and team silver medals at the European Eventing Championships in 1971 and was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year in the same year. Additionally, she is involved in over 200 charitable organizations, serving as a patron, president, or member.

What is Princess Anne’s family life like?

Princess Anne has been married twice. Her first marriage was to Captain Mark Phillips, with whom she has two children, Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall. After divorcing Phillips in 1992, she married Sir Timothy Laurence, a retired British naval officer, in 1992. She is also a grandmother to several grandchildren.

How does Princess Anne contribute to society?

Princess Anne is renowned for her extensive charity work and her commitment to various causes. She serves as a patron or president of numerous organizations, focusing on issues such as disability, education, sport, and agriculture. She often undertakes overseas visits in support of her charitable endeavors and is known for her no-nonsense approach and dedication to public service.

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