A fine portrait of Northern Ireland's premier peer, James, 5th Duke of Abercorn KG, in uniform as Regimental Colonel of the Irish Guards.
The Duke was a serving officer in the Grenadier Guards in 1952 and lately Lord Steward of the Household.
The Duke was a serving officer in the Grenadier Guards in 1952 and lately Lord Steward of the Household.
His Grace is a Knight of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, the most senior Order of chivalry in the personal gift of the Sovereign.
He wears the sash and star of the Order.
HRH The Duke of Cambridge is now Colonel of the regiment.
First published May, 2008.
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Of course the Duke of Cambridge is also his first cousin twice removed.
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