Diana , Princess of Wales
(1961-1997)

woman, Lady (1975-1981), and Princess of Wales (from 1981)

Died aged 36

Diana, Princess of Wales (born Diana Frances Spencer; 1 July 1961 – 31 August 1997) was a member of the British royal family. She was the first wife of King Charles III (then Prince of Wales) and mother of Princes William and Harry. Her activism and glamour made her an international icon and earned her enduring popularity as well as almost unprecedented public scrutiny. Diana was born into the British nobility and grew up close to the royal family on their Sandringham estate. In 1981, while working as a nursery teacher's assistant, she became engaged to the Prince of Wales, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II. Their wedding took place at St Paul's Cathedral in 1981 and made her Princess of Wales, a role in which she was enthusiastically received by the public. The couple had two sons, William and Harry, who were then second and third in the line of succession to the British throne. Diana's marriage to Charles suffered due to their incompatibility and extramarital affairs. They separated in 1992, soon after the breakdown of their relationship became public knowledge. Their marital difficulties were widely publicised, and they divorced in 1996. As Princess of Wales, Diana undertook royal duties on behalf of the Queen and represented her at functions across the Commonwealth realms. She was celebrated in the media for her unconventional approach to charity work. Her patronages initially centred on children and the elderly, but she later became known for her involvement in two particular campaigns: one involved the social attitudes towards and the acceptance of AIDS patients, and the other for the removal of landmines, promoted through the International Red Cross. She also raised awareness and advocated for ways to help people affected by cancer and mental illness. Diana was initially noted for her shyness, but her charisma and friendliness endeared her to the public and helped her reputation survive the acrimonious collapse of her marriage. Considered photogenic, she was a leader of fashion in the 1980s and 1990s. Diana's death in a car crash in Paris in 1997 led to extensive public mourning and global media attention. An inquest returned a verdict of "unlawful killing" after Operation Paget, an investigation by the Metropolitan Police. Her legacy has had a deep impact on the royal family and British society.

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Commemorated on 6 plaques

Princess Diana Millennium Peace Garden opened by Sarah Ebanja 1999-2000

22-31 Templeton Close, London, United Kingdom where they is commemorated

This plaque was unveiled by HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS OF WALES to mark the refurbishment of Penarth Esplanade in 1989 & 1990

Italian Gardens - The Esplanade, Penarth, United Kingdom where they unveiled

AITH LIFEBOAT PIER This pier was opened by H.R.H. PRINCE OF WALES on the occasion of the naming of R.N.L.B "SNOLDA" by H.R.H PRINCESS OF WALES on 29th July 1986

Pier, Aith, Shetland, United Kingdom where they was

This plaque was unveiled by Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales to commemorate the opening of Lorne House 6 June 1989

126-128 Lower Clapton Road, Clapton, London, United Kingdom where they was (1989)

Erected by St. Davids Community Council to commemorate the 800th anniversary of St. Davids Cathedral 1181-1981 the visit of Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales 28th October 1981 and the visit of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness Prince Philip to distribute the Royal Maundy at St. Davids Cathedral on Thursday 8th April 1982.

28B High Street, St. Davids, United Kingdom where they visited (1981)

Lady Diana Spencer later Princess of Wales 1961-1997 Lived here 1979-1981

60 Coleherne Court, Old Brompton Road, London, United Kingdom where they lived (1979-1981)