The Queen was crowned in 1953 after Anne was born, to be followed by Andrew and Edward. Charles, Andrew and Edward disappoint him. It is said that his disappointment in his sons has led to accusations that he is a bullying father. Courtiers claim Philip could reduce Charles to tears well into his middle age with the edge of his tongue. However, Charles has learned the lesson and is now almost disdainful of his father, the genesis, of the current rift between them.
Royal commentators believe the conflict runs much deeper.
They believe Philip is actually jealous of Charles because he will one day be king. It is known that Philip has always been disappointed that he was made Queen s consort as Prince Albert was to Victoria.