“He treated her as the son he never had…” — whispers claim Prince Philip always saw Princess Anne, not Charles, as his true heir in spirit. While Charles wore the crown, some insiders insist it was Anne who carried the strength, discipline, and resolve Philip believed the monarchy needed. Did the throne end up on the wrong head — with a King shaped by duty but not his father’s fire? Could history have turned if Philip’s favoritism had been destiny’s choice? The Palace buries the question… but royal watchers dare to ask: was Anne the monarch Britain never had?
“Charles is more like The Queen, while Anne is very like Prince Philip.” As Princess Anne marks her milestone 75th birthday on August 15, royal watchers are reflecting on the substantial role …
“He treated her as the son he never had…” — whispers claim Prince Philip always saw Princess Anne, not Charles, as his true heir in spirit. While Charles wore the crown, some insiders insist it was Anne who carried the strength, discipline, and resolve Philip believed the monarchy needed. Did the throne end up on the wrong head — with a King shaped by duty but not his father’s fire? Could history have turned if Philip’s favoritism had been destiny’s choice? The Palace buries the question… but royal watchers dare to ask: was Anne the monarch Britain never had? Read More