The Royal Family's Most Romantic Gestures

Prince Philip

The diamond engagement ring that Prince Philip gave to the queen was a traditional declaration of love, but it was his wedding day gesture that meant so much more. The queen's father, King George VI, had become ill from his nicotine habit, and knowing how deeply upset his bride-to-be was, Philip gave up smoking on the morning of his wedding. He also gave up a promising military career in order to forever be a support to the woman he loved.