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Royal birth customs around the world contrasted
Monaco proclaims its newborns with 21 gun salutes and day off for all, while other monarchies use varied rites. Buckingham Palace posted news on social media after Prince George’s birth amid a rogue town crier incident. Japan holds a news conference and performs rituals from birth to 120 days. Jordan and Saudi practices differ, with emphasis on calm announcements. Denmark Sweden Norway salute with 21 guns. Denmark also lights bonfires. The 21 gun tradition dates to the 14th century, linked to seven guns per older practice.
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