Happy 45th Anniversary to the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, who got married on this day in 1972. When Prince Richard married Danish Birgitte van Deurs, they couple expected a life out of the spotlight. However, after the deaths of his father and brother soon after the wedding, the couple had to step up and take on a large royal role. Today, they remain one of the Queen’s biggest supports, and the most hardworking embers of the family. Take a look at scenes from their simple country wedding at Barnwell Church below-