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About Prince Philip: Behind the Doors of Windsor Castle

Step inside Windsor Castle with Prince Philip as he reveals the royal home he helped shape over more than half a century. From transforming the Great Park and modernising the estate to rebuilding after the devastating 1992 fire, this documentary offers a fascinating portrait of the Duke of Edinburgh and the remarkable legacy he left behind.

Prince Philip: Behind the Doors of Windsor Castle is presented by Journal - History Documentaries. Its listed runtime is 52 minutes. The source link and publisher attribution are provided with the embedded film.

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Title
Prince Philip: Behind the Doors of Windsor Castle
Category
Biography
Runtime
52 minutes
Language
English

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