Duke of Edinburgh Title Granted to Prince Edward on His 59th Birthday

Prince Edward, the youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II, received the prestigious title of Duke of Edinburgh on his 59th birthday, in a heartfelt tribute to his late father, Prince Philip.

The decision to bestow this honor upon Prince Edward was made by his eldest brother, King Charles, who wanted to fulfill their father's wishes.

Accompanied by his wife Sophie, who is now officially the Duchess of Edinburgh, Prince Edward appeared visibly moved and excited as he proudly introduced his wife with her new title for the first time.

The royal couple embarked on a visit to Edinburgh, where they strolled along the Royal Mile and paid a visit to the city chambers to commemorate one year since the city's formal response to the invasion of Ukraine.

During their visit, they had the pleasure of meeting ten-year-old Mirjana Melnik from Ukraine, who presented Sophie with a bouquet of yellow and blue flowers, representing her nation's flag.

Sophie looked radiant in a cream coat paired with a matching scarf and an elegant blue dress peeking out from beneath the hem.

Formerly known as the Countess of Wessex, Sophie is admired for her down-to-earth demeanor and was considered by the late Queen as the most reliable member of the Royal Family.

The promotion to the title of Duchess not only signifies a special bond between the late Queen and Sophie but also elevates their status to just below the monarch.

As the Duchess, Sophie is now addressed as Her Royal Highness, marking a significant milestone in her royal journey.

The close relationship between Sophie and the late Queen was evident, with reports indicating that the monarch held Sophie in high regard, considering her as a favorite family member and trusted confidante.

The decision to grant Prince Edward and Sophie the titles of Duke and Duchess is a poignant gesture aimed at honoring Prince Philip's memory, with experts suggesting that the spotlight on the Countess aligns with what Prince Philip would have desired.

In a gracious address to the audience during their visit to Edinburgh, Prince Edward expressed his gratitude for the warm reception they received and acknowledged the significance of the day for both himself and his wife.

With a hint of excitement in his voice, Prince Edward thanked the crowd for welcoming them to Edinburgh on what he described as an extraordinary and slightly overwhelming day, especially for his wife, now known as the Duchess.

The public appearance in Edinburgh marked the first outing for the couple since the announcement of their elevated titles to Duke and Duchess.