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Prince Albert
Prince Albert
 
Prince Albert II of Monaco

was officially proclaimed ruler of the tiny Mediterranean principality in a day of celebrations on
July 12, 2005.

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The 47-year-old Prince was joined by sisters Caroline and Stephanie for the solemn service at the cliff-top cathedral. The family then walked the short way to the palace for an afternoon of parties culminating in a fireworks display.

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Photo by Gertrude Meyer

The Cathedral


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Photo by Gertrude Meyer

The Palace

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