With the recent death of His Majesty King Siaosi Tāufaʻāhau Manumataongo Tukuʻaho (George) Tupou V of Tonga I thought I would post a video about the history of the Tongan monarchy. The above video is a good introduction… so enjoy. 🙂
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His Majesty King Siaosi Tāufaʻāhau Manumataongo Tukuʻaho (George) Tupou V of Tonga Has Died (VIDEOS) UPDATE!
His Majesty King Siaosi Tāufaʻāhau Manumataongo Tukuʻaho (George) Tupou V of Tonga has died in Hong Kong on Sunday. The newspaper, Matangi Tonga Online who broke the story, claims His Majesty “… was rushed to hospital early this afternoon but it is understood that he had passed away a few hours later.”
According to AFP News there has been no confirmation or comments from “…Tongan authorities nor palace officials…” at this hour. However, a “…statement was expected following Monday’s cabinet meeting.”
The last major public appearance by His Majesty was on February 24, 2012, when he met with His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI at the Vatican. Click here to watch a view news report about his visit.
To read the original report about His Majesty’s passing from Matangi Tonga Online please click here.
UPDATE:
The prime minister of Tonga, Lord Siale’ataonga Tu’ivakano, has officially confirmed the death of His Majesty King Siaosi Tāufaʻāhau Manumataongo Tukuʻaho (George) Tupou V. The king died in a Hong Kong hospital with His Royal Highness Crown Prince Tupouto’a Lavaka by his bedside.
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A 2011 Interview with King Siaosi (George) Tupou V of Tonga
Sources: AFP News and MTO
‘The Aristocracy’
Finally! Here is the 1997 documentary entitled, The Aristocracy. This program is fantastic, and in my opinion, better than Secrets of the Manor House (if you missed the link to the program click here for more information). Any way… click the links below and enjoy! 🙂
‘King Ludwig II and Schloss Neuschwanstein’ A Documentary
Here is the ZDF documentary regarding King Ludwig II of Bavaria and that cozy schloss he built called Neuschwanstein. The program is in German; however, click where it says “cc” to turn on the English subtitles.
‘Frederick the Great and the Enigma of Prussia’ A Documentary
Here is the BBC Four documentary, Frederick the Great and the Enigma of Prussia, hosted by historian Christopher Clark.
The Prussian king Frederick the Great was one of the greatest warriors and leaders in modern European history, achieving greatness through the Seven Years War and lauded as a philosopher and cultured ‘Prince of the Enlightenment’. Christopher Clark re-examines the life and achievements of one of Germany’s most colourful and controversial leaders.
‘Grace Kelly: Princesse de Monaco’ A Documentary (VIDEO)
His Majesty King Siaosi (George)Tupou V of Tonga Visits His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI at the Vatican (VIDEO)
On February 24, 2012, His Majesty King Siaosi (George) Tupou V of Tonga met with His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI at the Vatican. According to the news agency, Rome Reports, the King and Pope discussed, “…social areas that were important both to the government and the Church…”
Source: Rome Reports
The Royal Correspondent 