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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Wedding Venue Secrets Revealed

Published

5 years ago

August 16, 2019

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were married last year on May 19. Their wedding venue was St. George’s Chapel in Windsor. They were not the first couple who choose St. Geroge’s Chapel as a Wedding venue. It has a history of royal weddings since 1863. The venue holds a secret spot that is revealed now after more than a year of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s wedding. This secret spot was used by past Queens to view the proceedings from a safe distance. The secret spot is a remarkable oriel window that has a fascinating history of its own and is a place of several royal weddings.

This oriel window in Chapel is in a form of the bay window that is on the main wall of a building. This spot has housed the royalty since it was made to the north side of the altar in 1510. Henry VIII made the Edward IV Chantry into a royal pew for the use of his first Queen, Catherine of Aragon. She watched Garter ceremonies from here. For that reason, the window was named ‘Catherine of Aragon’s Closet‘ or ‘Queen Catherine’s Closet’ Later the window was also named ‘Closet for the Ladies’ or ‘Royal Closet’.

The last queen which used the window as a viewing perch was Queen Victoria, three centuries later of its making. She often used the window to attend services at Windsor. In 1863, she also used the window to observe the wedding of the Prince of Wales and Princess Alexandra of Denmark. St. Geroge’s Chapel was used as a wedding venue at that time. Queen Victoria had her own entrance to the closet. Her entrance through the covered walk from the Deanery still exists in the real form.

Apart from the viewing window, nowadays, the closet is also used as a viewing platform for broadcasters during royal weddings. After Meghan and Harry’s wedding, the place became the wedding venue of other royal weddings too. Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank married in the Chapel in October of last year and recently Lady Gabriella married to Thomas Kingston in the same chapel in 2019.

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“The Firing Squad”: I Cried Buckets of Tears

Published

1 week ago

April 25, 2024

Jonathan Grilli

Sitting in the dimly lit theater, I had no idea what to expect as the opening credits of “The Firing Squad” began to roll. Little did I know that I was about to embark on an emotional journey that would leave me reaching for tissues and struggling to catch my breath.

The film follows the true story of three Christians facing execution by firing squad in a third world country. Directed by Timothy A. Chey, it features a stellar cast including James Barrington, Kevin Sorbo, and Cuba Gooding Jr. Each actor brings their character to life with such authenticity and depth that it’s impossible not to be fully immersed in their struggles and triumphs.

As the plot unfolded, I found myself drawn into a world of despair and desperation, but also one of unwavering faith and hope. The characters’ journey from darkness to light, from despair to redemption, resonated with me on a deeply personal level. I couldn’t help but be moved by their courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

But it was the performances that truly stole the show. James Barrington’s portrayal of the protagonist’s internal turmoil was nothing short of mesmerizing, while Kevin Sorbo and Cuba Gooding Jr. delivered powerhouse performances that left me in awe.

And then there was the message of the film—that no matter how bleak the circumstances may seem, there is always hope. That even in our darkest moments, faith has the power to transform lives and bring about redemption. It was a message that hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me with tears streaming down my face and a renewed sense of purpose.

As the credits rolled and the lights came up, I found myself struggling to put into words the impact that “The Firing Squad” had on me. All I could manage was, “I cried buckets of tears.” And I wasn’t alone. As I looked around the theater, I saw others wiping their eyes and exchanging emotional glances.

In the end, “The Firing Squad” wasn’t just a movie—it was an experience. An experience that left me feeling inspired, uplifted, and profoundly grateful for the power of cinema to touch the soul. And for that, I will be forever grateful.

The movie is set to premiere in the theatres worldwide on August 2, 2024. And this is definitely a must watch movie, reminding people of the strength of faith.