Prince Andrew Gives Up Military Titles, Patronages: Palace
London Queen Elizabeth II's alternate son, Prince Andrew, was on Thursday effectively stripped of his position in royal life, in a dramatic move as he faces a US civil case for sexual assault.
British media quoted an unnamed royal source as saying he'd no longer use the"His Royal Highness" (HRH) title, which designates elderly members of the royal family, in any capacity.
The move came after Buckingham Palace blazoned that he'd given up his memorial military titles and charitable places as the US case looms.
"The Duke of York will continue not to shoulder any public duties and is defending this case as a private citizen,"a statement read.
A New York judge on Wednesday dismissed an attempt by Andrew's attorneys to have the case brought by Virginia Giuffre thrown out.
Giuffre, 38, accuses ...