Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys-Jones have announced that they are to marry in the summer. Here are a selection of images from different times in their lives and courtship.

Edward and Sophie are to marry after a five-year courtship

Edward at the tender age of three

Undergraduate life at Cambridge University (by Tim Graham)

The adult Edward attends an official function

Sophie in 1993 when her relationship with Edward began

Out together: Edward and Sophie have been open about their relationship

The prince pinches a kiss

Diamonds are a girl's best friend: Edward's engagement ring to Sophie

The royal house in Bagshot belonging to Sophie and Edward

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