How Princess Diana Bravely Defied The Rules of the Royal Family

She Accidentally Broke a Christmas Rule

One royal tradition is that the family typically gives each other gag gifts. However, early on in her marriage, Diana didn't know this and gave Princess Anne a very nice cashmere sweater. Luckily, she learned and followed the rule for the subsequent years.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.