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In this file picture taken on July 23, 2013 Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge' new-born baby boy seen in a car seat outside the Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital in London. Image Credit: AFP

Palace officials say Britain’s youngest royal, Prince George, will be christened next month in the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace.

George – whose full name is His Royal Highness Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge – was born on July 22. He is the first child of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and third in line to the throne.

Kensington Palace announced on Friday that George will be christened on October 23 by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby.

The palace said close members of both families will be present for the event, but did not elaborate.