BRITISH Royals have shown their valour for centuries in defence of the realm.

Adam McCartney's diatribe (Prince Will to quaff wine and guzzle swan, Soapbox, January 8) is an insult to history, the Royal family and intelligence - and the same is true of The Press for printing it.

K Barnes, North View, Catterton, Tadcaster.

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