A Royal Life of Duty and Dedication
The 75th birthday of Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, is more than a royal milestone – it is a moment of national pride, celebration, and reflection on a lifetime of unwavering service.
Born on 15th August 1950, she is the second child and only daughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Just two years younger than her elder brother, now King Charles III, Princess Anne was only two years old when her mother ascended the throne in 1952 following the untimely passing of King George VI.
Her royal duties began early: at just 18, she undertook her first solo engagement, opening an educational and training centre in Shropshire in 1969. In the decades since, she has amassed more than 300 patronages and earned a reputation as the hardest-working member of the Royal Family, with 217 official engagements in 2024 alone – ahead of even the King, who recorded 186.
Princess Anne is admired for her sharp wit, forthright manner, and tireless work ethic. She has long shunned the limelight, preferring instead to serve with quiet dedication. From hospital openings to international tours, she embodies duty and discretion – a royal whose strength lies not in ceremony, but in consistent, meaningful service.
