Armistice Day: Queen Camilla and Princess of Wales among those at services

Armistice Day: Queen Camilla and Princess of Wales among those at services

Armistice Day was commemorated in the UK with the Queen and the Princess of Wales attending services across the country. Catherine participated in a ceremony at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, while Queen Camilla laid a wreath at Paddington Station in London. The Last Post marked the beginning of a two-minute silence to honor the end of World War One at 11:00 GMT.

Across the globe, French President Emmanuel Macron laid a wreath at the Champs-Elysees in Paris to mark the signing of the armistice. In Australia, the Princess Royal visited Brisbane’s Galipolli Barracks where she also laid a wreath and met with current and former armed forces. In Staffordshire, the Princess of Wales paid her respects at the armed forces memorial, taking a moment of reflection alongside veterans and their families.

The Prince of Wales addressed young people through a video message, emphasizing the significance of wearing a red poppy and the importance of remembrance for all. He highlighted how remembrance connects individuals with service and shapes their future, teaching empathy, resilience, and responsibility. The service in Staffordshire featured a specially-commissioned poem by the arboretum’s poet in residence, illustrating the emotional inspiration behind the memorials within the National Memorial Arboretum.

Later in the day, a reception at Windsor Castle honored veterans of the Pacific during the Second World War, continuing the commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. The event was attended by the King and Queen, along with the Duke of Edinburgh and the Duchess of Gloucester. Remembrance was at the forefront of these gatherings, paying tribute to the sacrifices made during times of conflict

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