Prince Edward’s daughter has missed out on a royal title due to an ancient tradition that favours sons over daughters.Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor, 19, will not inherit the title Countess of Wessex with it skipping her for her younger brother, James, who will become the Earl of Wessex.
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Prince Edward’s daughter loses out on title due to ancient tradition
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