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Walking with the Wounded: UK/US Special Relationship
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In my role as British Honorary Consul here in Missouri, USA, I get to participate in some amazing events, and meet some extraordinary people. Yesterday, was the highlight so far. That was when a team of Veterans, wounded Veterans, came through St. Louis on a 1,000 mile walk across the United States. The program,…
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A Taste of Britain in the Heart of St. Louis
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Last week, KSDK’s Abby Llorico did a series of stories on the vibrant connections between the UK and St. Louis. Here’s the final tasty segment. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jav1t45EzQo[/embedyt] In case you missed them, here are the earlier segments. Hats, Glorious Hats! A STL Royal Writer for a UK Royal Wedding STL and UK: More…
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What to Call Prince Harry & Meghan Post-Wedding?
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This weekend, the eyes of the world were on Windsor and the British Royal Family. It was a brilliant ceremony, with distinctly British and American flavours, with a nice mix of personal and traditional moments. I, along with a billion or so of my closest friends, thoroughly enjoyed it, and I am personally thrilled…
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Hats, Glorious Hats!
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KSDK Newschannel 5 is airing a series of stories this week, leading up to the Royal Wedding, highlighting the many connections between the UK and St. Louis. Today, KSDK’s Abby Llorico decided to have a wee bit of fun with hats. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TM-YNdTy6mI[/embedyt] And in case you missed them, here are the earlier…
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A STL Royal Writer for a UK Royal Wedding
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KSDK Newschannel 5 is airing a series of stories this week, leading up to the Royal Wedding, highlighting the many connections between the UK and St. Louis. Today, one of my favorite authors, Glynn Young, sat down with KSDK’s Abby Llorico to chat about royalty and his novels. You can read the…
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STL and UK: More in Common Than You Might Think
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The Royal Wedding takes place this coming Saturday, and I had the privilege recently to sit down with KSDK’s Abby Llorico to discuss the vibrant cultural and economic connections between Missouri and the United Kingdom. You can read the full article on the KSDK website.
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Where to Watch the Royal Wedding in Missouri
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On May 19, HRH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tie the knot in a little, quiet, inconspicuous, global extravaganza – otherwise known as a Royal Wedding. Crowds of well-wishers will fill the streets around Windsor Castle, hundreds of guests will see the nuptials first hand, and communities across the UK, and around the Commonwealth,…
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A British Diplomat in Sir Winston’s Court
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Last week, Missouri was honored by a diplomatic visit from British Consul General John Saville, and, of course, Sir Winston Churchill was highly featured. For those who don’t know, Sir Winston and Missouri have strong connections. Members of his family are in the state quite often, there are statues and busts of him from…
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Tartan Days in Missouri!
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April 6, every year, is Tartan Day around the world. It celebrates the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320. The celebrations began in Canada in 1987, came to the USA in 1998, and to Missouri in 2000, thanks to the hard work of Scots from all over Missouri and…
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A Scottish Toast to the Lassies!
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Every January, Scots around the world pause and pay tribute to Scotland, and Scotland’s national poet Robert Burns. And since Rabbie was quite the ladies man, a fun part of a Robert Burns Dinner is the Toast to the Lassies and the Reply to the Laddies. It’s the opportunity for a couple to step…