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Shoelace-Ironing and Corner-Free Sandwiches: The Weird Royal Traditions That Just Won’t Die

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Two birthdays, a full time piper, and valets to iron your shoelaces? The British royal family is determined to maintain an extensive roster of arcane traditions.

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