Kate Middleton is radiant as Prince Philip passes RAF Air Cadets patronage to her | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3362921/Kate-s-flying-high-Duchess-Cambridge-looks-radiant-red-Prince-Philip-passes-RAF-Air-Cadets-patronage-her.html#reader-comments_Another) Another article with information about the Duke's history with the Air Cadets.
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The Duchess will mark the 75th anniversary of @aircadets on Sunday 7th February, on her first official engagement as Honorary Air Commandant
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Her Royal Highness will attend a service @RoyalAirForce Church St Clement Danes, followed by a reception at the Royal Courts of Justice
Kate Middleton marks the 75th anniversary of the RAF Air Cadets with Carol Vorderman | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3435752/Kate-s-flying-high-Duchess-Cambridge-steps-pale-blue-Alexander-McQueen-marks-75th-anniversary-RAF-Air-Cadets.html)
Kate Middleton Photos - Duchess of Cambridge Marks 75th Anniversary of RAF Air Cadets - Zimbio (http://www.zimbio.com/photos/Kate+Middleton/Duchess+Cambridge+Marks+75th+Anniversary+RAF/vucpfwYkUqR)
Photos from today's event.
QuoteKate is off to a flying start as new patron of the Air Cadets
The Duchess of Cambridge was as radiant as ever on Sunday as she stepped out to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Air Cadets. It was a particularly memorable event for Kate, as it marked her first event with the organisation since she took over the patronage from Prince Philip in December, assuming the role of Honorary Air Commandant.
To mark the special occasion, the 33-year-old an elegant pale blue Alexander McQueen coat, accessorising with a chic black Lock & Co hat, navy Rupert Sanderson heels, and wearing her glossy brunette locks down. In a sartorial nod to her new role, Kate completed her look with an Air Cadets Dacre brooch.
It's not the first time that Kate has been spotted in the coat, custom-made for her by the British fashion house; she chose the chic ensemble for a visit during her royal tour of New Zealand with Prince William in 2014.
Read more:
Kate Middleton is radiant at first event of Air Cadet patronage (http://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2016020729660/kate-middleton-celebrates-75th-anniversary-of-air-cadets/)
Duchess of Cambridge attends special service to mark 75th anniversary of the Air Cadets | London | News | London Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/duchess-of-cambridge-attends-special-service-to-mark-75th-anniversary-of-the-air-cadets-a3174811.html)
Sombre Prince William lays a wreath at the Submariners' Remembrance Service | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-6351379/Sombre-Prince-William-lays-wreath-Submariners-Remembrance-Service.html)
Prince William lays poppy wreath to honour fallen submariners | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1040717/prince-william-submariners-association-royal-navy-remembrance-day)
He does look somber!
Duke of Cambridge pays tribute to submariners - ITV News (https://www.itv.com/news/2018-11-04/duke-of-cambridge-pays-tribute-to-submariners/)
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Gillian Molyneux, whose husband was killed on board HMS Astute in Southampton in 2011, laid a wreath on behalf of the submariners? widows.
This ceremony this year had added poignancy because of it being 100 years since the end of the First World War, she said.
?I think remembrance is not just about remembering those who lost their lives, but also remembering those who are still serving,? she added.
?It is definitely a time to say thank you.?
The annual ceremony, which is held every year a week before Remembrance Sunday, was first held in 1923 after the National Submarine Memorial was unveiled on the nearby Victoria Embankment in 1922.
I believe that services and memorials like this one might be one of the few places and opportunities the submariners' families can honor them as it is nearly impossible to retrieve the deceased if the submarine goes down in very deep water. :no:
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Video from today's service.
Prince William attends submariners? remembrance service and parade - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0nvmY7iDPE&app=desktop)
Prince William Toasts to Fallen Soldiers with Swig of Jager | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-toasts-fallen-submariners-flask-jokes-replaced-rum-with-jagerbomb/)
Prince William accidentally drinks J?gerbomb while attending Remembrance Service ? see his reaction! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2018110564204/prince-william-jagerbomb-remembrance-service-toast/)
Quote from: Blue Clover on November 04, 2018, 04:23:18 PM
He does look somber!
How else would he look, at such an event?
Kensington Palace on Twitter: "The Duke of Cambridge, Colonel of the @Irish_Guards, accompanied by The Duchess of Cambridge, will visit the 1st (https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1105420856933707776?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet)
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge, Colonel of the @Irish_Guards, accompanied by The Duchess of Cambridge, will visit the 1st Battalion Irish Guards at the #StPatricksDay Parade on Sunday 17th March.
The best part is when Kate pins Cornmeal, the Irish Wolfhound. The Irish Guard?s official mascot.
https://katemiddletonstyle.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/kate-irishguards-stpatricks.jpg
Gert's Royals on Twitter: "New Engagement: March 17th, Prince William & Duchess Kate will attend the 1st Battalion Irish Guards? annual (https://twitter.com/gertsroyals/status/1105426345260142592?s=21)
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The Duchess of Cambridge to present Shamrocks for St. Patrick?s Day ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridges/the-duchess-of-cambridge-to-present-shamrocks-for-st-patricks-day-2-117492)
Traditional annual stay tuned till March 17th
I like the picture of Catherine with the mascot dog. She does not seem the least bit scared of him. That is a good thing because some dogs have been known to bite.
It's one of my favorite events, ever since the DOC got the heel of her shoe stuck in the pavement and was such a good sport about it! :blowkiss:
I am also an admirer of large dogs, and that hound is gorgeous.
Loads of pictures and DM TV
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Cheers! Kate dons a stunning emerald green Alexander McQueen coat and indulges her taste for Guinness on St Patrick's Day as she and William pay a visit to the soldiers of the Irish Guards
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are celebrating St Patrick's Day at traditional Irish Guards parade
William, who has been Colonel since 2011, is paying a visit to 1st Battalion's base in Hounslow, London
The couple are set to be reunited with their furry friend Domhnall today, a seven-year-old Irish wolfhound
The much-loved dog has his own Twitter account @officaligmascot and succeeded a hound named Conmael
Kate will present the sprigs of shamrock to officers and warrant officers, before William salutes march past
The Duke and Duchess will then be toasted by the longest-serving Guardsman at the Guardsman's Lunch
Kate Middleton and Prince William celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2019 | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-6818733/Kate-Middleton-Prince-William-celebrate-St-Patricks-Day-2019.html)
Kate Middleton and Prince William Attend St. Patricks Day 2019 | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-st-patricks-day-2019-guinness/)
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Kate Middleton and Prince William's St Patrick's Day outing ? live updates | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/2019031770957/prince-william-kate-middleton-st-patricks-day-outing-live-updates/1/)
Kate Middleton is gorgeous in custom-made Alexander McQueen for St Patrick?s Day 2019 | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2019031770927/kate-middleton-st-patricks-day-outfit-2019/)
Kate Middleton pregnancy rumours have been shut down ? and here's how | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019031770961/kate-middleton-pregnancy-rumours-shut-down/)
I don?t think Kate would plans have another baby waiting till Louis turns years old
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Kate and William lead St Patrick?s Day celebrations with tribute to New Zealand victims | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1101297/royal-news-kate-william-duke-duchess-st-patricks-day-irish-guards)
Video from today's event with the Irish Guards.
Prince William and Kate drink Guinness with Irish Guard for St Patrick?s day - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LSbxjE8QXE)
Excellent coverage! Lots of photos and a video. I think this is the best of her St. Patrick's day outfits.
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On Friday 3rd May The Duke of Cambridge will attend a Service at @WAbbey to recognise fifty years of continuous at sea deterrent, in his capacity as Commodore-in-Chief of the @RoyalNavy Submarine Service.
Gert's Royals on Twitter: "New Engagement: May 3 Prince William will attend a Service at @WAbbey to recognise fifty years of continuous at sea (https://twitter.com/gertsroyals/status/1123272742290243585?s=21)
Great! I'm looking forward to the pictures.
This event is today
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Prince William joins new defence secretary Penny Mordaunt on her first public engagement at a service to mark 50 years of Britain's continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent
New defence secretary Penny Mordaunt attended service at Westminster Abbey
Event recognises five decades of Britain's continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent
The Duke of Cambridge, 36, will give a reading during the hour-long service
Event has been met with backlash and peace activists are protesting outside
Defence secretary Penny Mordaunt arrives at service to recognise Britain's at-sea nuclear deterrent | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-6988849/Defence-secretary-Penny-Mordaunt-arrives-service-recognise-Britains-sea-nuclear-deterrent.html)
Nuclear deterrent: Prince William heckled at service - BBC News (https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-48149055)
Yes, I saw a video, the crowd control barrier, rather than fans with cellphones clicking for pictures, and flag waving, Prince William, Royal Navy members, Politicians were received by peace/anti war supporters.
On another note, William has a new pin in his lapel/jacket, 50 year RN anniversary.
That not good for Duke of Cambridge on people magazine articles
Prince William Was Booed at Ceremony to Honor Submarine Service | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-honors-submarine-service-50-years-westminster-abbey/)
Must have been quite the shock for William. But there's always the chance of royals being booed.
Quote from: sara8150 on May 03, 2019, 08:14:07 PM
That not good for Duke of Cambridge on people magazine articles
Prince William Was Booed at Ceremony to Honor Submarine Service | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-honors-submarine-service-50-years-westminster-abbey/)
@sara8150 - The protesters were there because of the RN's policy of having at least one submarine on patrol equipped with a nuclear weapon. The were anti-nuclear protestors. The new Minister of Defense was one of the targets for their protests. As the Commodore of the Submarines, I'm not surprised that he'd receive a less than warm reception from them.
From the People article.
QuoteSince April 1969, at least one U.K. submarine carrying nuclear missiles has been on patrol.
Prince William gave a reading from the Bible, and Dean of Westminster John Hall told those gathered, ?We pray that the Royal Navy may never be required to deploy these terrible forces in war and that they may continue to deter their use by others,? according to the Washington Post.
Outside Westminster Abbey, however, hundreds of protestors had gathered to denounce the service.
Members of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) chanted ?shame on you? as Prince William arrived alongside Penny Mordaunt, in her first official engagement as defense secretary, the BBC reports.
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Quote from: wannable on May 03, 2019, 03:50:07 PM
Yes, I saw a video, the crowd control barrier, rather than fans with cellphones clicking for pictures, and flag waving, Prince William, Royal Navy members, Politicians were received by peace/anti war supporters.
On another note, William has a new pin in his lapel/jacket, 50 year RN anniversary.
Yes, I'm not surprised that those associated with the UK's defense and the RN's Submarine fleet would be the target of anti-nuclear protesters. It comes with the territory. :shrug:
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Gert's Royals on Twitter: "To mark 50 years of Continuous At Sea Deterrent, a Dreadnought-class submarine will be named after King George VI. (https://twitter.com/Gertsroyals/status/1124257094591496192)
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Quoteo mark 50 years of Continuous At Sea Deterrent, a Dreadnought-class submarine will be named after King George VI. George VI was Queen Elizabeth?s father. He was not expected to be King. But ascended the throne after his older brother abdicated after less then a year as King.
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Video from today's service at WA.
Quote from: sara8150 on May 03, 2019, 08:14:07 PM
That not good for Duke of Cambridge on people magazine articles
Prince William Was Booed at Ceremony to Honor Submarine Service | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-honors-submarine-service-50-years-westminster-abbey/)
Great article! There are folks all over the world who protest for peace, and it's a very old issue. I think we are all for peace and we also are all aware that the argument is how to ensure it, and would expect anti-nuclear protests. I'm sure the Prince was briefed and expected the protests, but he knew what the true purpose of the service was and wanted to be there.
Prince William and Kate Middleton cancel annual tradition for the first time since marrying | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2020031386282/prince-william-kate-middleton-miss-annual-st-patricks-day-parade/)
QuoteThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will not mark St Patrick's Day publicly with a military engagement, as they have done in previous years. Prince William and Kate traditionally attend a parade on the Sunday before 17 March and hand out shamrocks to army personnel, but HELLO! understands that the 1st Battalion Irish Guards are currently deployed in Iraq and South Sudan, so there was no plan to actually hold the event this year. William is Colonel of the Irish Guards, and the parade is an opportunity for all Irish Guards, serving, retired, or aspirational, to come together in celebration and honour their regimental and cultural traditions.
May their deployment in Iraq and Africa be successful and safe.
KP Instagram with photos of the Irish Guards on deployment in South Sudan.
Kensington Palace on Instagram: ???Happy St Patrick?s Day! ? In the absence of the annual #StPatricksDay Parade with the @IrishGuards (as the majority (https://www.instagram.com/p/B91DzVZFjgy/)
QuoteIn the absence of the annual #StPatricksDay Parade with the @IrishGuards (as the majority of the Regiment are on deployment overseas 🌍), of which The Duke of Cambridge has been Colonel since 2011, we?re sharing more on where the Irish Guards will be working this St Patrick?s Day:
Today Prince William announced that the Queen has appointed his wife the Duchess of Cambridge as the official royal sponsor of the Type 26 frigate HMS Glasgow! The ship is the first of its kind to be built for the Royal Navy!
https://twitter.com/theRumble9/status/1409859932455849988?s=20
She has 🚢 to her name now. :bday:
Prince William reveals 'delighted' Kate Middleton has been appointed the sponsor of HMS Glasgow | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-9737099/Prince-William-reveals-delighted-Kate-Middleton-appointed-sponsor-HMS-Glasgow.html)
Kate Middleton: Prince William Announces New Job from Queen Elizabeth | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-announces-royal-naval-hms-glasgow-battleship-sponsorship/)
Prince William reveals Kate Middleton's royal first in Scotland | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20210629116394/prince-william-announces-kate-middleton-new-role-scotland/)
Kate Middleton news: Queen Elizabeth II gives Duchess new role, Prince William reveals | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1455994/Kate-Middleton-news-Queen-Elizabeth-II-new-role-Prince-William-Scotland-tour-Royal-Family)
Prince William's moving words about his grandad Philip as he visits shipyard - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/prince-williams-moving-words-grandad-24421895)
The Duchess of Cambridge awarded important new role by The Queen ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/the-duchess-of-cambridge-becomes-sponsor-of-major-navy-vessel-162431/)
During the visit, His Royal Highness announced The Duchess of Cambridge as Sponsor of HMS GLASGOW.
This role will see The Duchess supporting the crew through milestones, events and deployments over the vessel's coming years of service.
The thread to post articles and discuss Kate as sponsor.
Video of Prince William's speech today.
Prince William Remembers Grandfather Duke of Edinburgh at Glasgow Shipyard - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dne7q0w1zGU)
Today in #Scotland, HRH the Duke of Cambridge cut the first steel of the new HMS Belfast, returning this distinguished name to a @RoyalNavy ship for the first time in over five decades. HRH the Duchess of Cambridge will become the Lady Sponsor of HMS Glasgow.
- First Sea Lord
https://twitter.com/AdmTonyRadakin/status/1409978344939180032?s=20
All of us in the @RoyalNavy are immensely proud that HRH the Duchess of Cambridge has agreed to become the Sponsor of HMS Glasgow, the first #Type26 frigate. This continues a long tradition of a Royal Sponsor for Royal Navy first of class ships and submarines.
- First Sea Lord
https://twitter.com/AdmTonyRadakin/status/1411043031994732550?s=20
Her visit tomorrow.
Duchess of Cambridge:
The Duchess of Cambridge is the patron of the RAF Air Cadets - taking over from the Duke of Edinburgh, who has held the position for 63 years. Her appointment as Honorary Air Commodore-in-Chief is her first military-linked role.
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HRH The Duchess of Cambridge is meeting RAF @aircadets at their new Windermere Adventure Training Centre this lunchtime, before taking a boat trip on Windermere with two Holocaust survivors @HolocaustLake later.
https://twitter.com/ITVborder/status/1440285933081743360?s=20
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The Duchess of Cambridge is undertaking two engagements in the Lake District today, promoting her belief in the power of the great outdoors to create health and happiness. She is meeting RAF Air Cadets, and Jewish refugees who recuperated here after surviving Nazi camps
The Duchess of Cambridge, who is Honorary Air Commandant of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets, joins a group of Air Cadets taking part in a number of outdoor activities, including mountain
biking.
https://twitter.com/DelMody/status/1440310044709429248?s=20
Catherine is going to need a change of clothing for her engagements in Cumbria today considering she has these outdoor activities as well as her meeting with Holocaust survivors.
From coat ▶ jacket
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Following the atrocities experienced in the concentration camps in 1945, a group of 300 child Holocaust survivors came here, to the Lake District, to heal from the trauma of their childhood experiences.
This group of children were called the 'Windermere Children'. I wanted to be able to meet some of the survivors Ike & Arek in person to hear their stories; about how they went on to create their own companies, write a book & to this day, still sneak in the odd round of golf.
It was so powerful to hear how their time in the Lakes enjoying outdoor recreation, sport and art therapy, allowed them to be able to begin to rebuild their lives and eventually, their families here in the UK.
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Kate Middleton put on a stylish display as she arrived in Cumbria | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10012033/Kate-Middleton-stylish-display-arrived-Cumbria.html)
Duchess of Cambridge meets Judge Rinder and 'Windermere children' on visit to Lake District | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10013919/Duchess-Cambridge-meets-Judge-Rinder-Windermere-children-visit-Lake-District.html)
Kate Middleton Visits One of Her Favorite Parts of Britain | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-lake-district-cadets-visit/)
Kate Middleton Hears Windermere Children Holocaust Survivors's Stories | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-shares-poignant-boat-ride-with-holocaust-survivors-we-spoke-like-a-couple-of-friends/)
Daredevil Kate Middleton goes abseiling and mountain biking in Cumbria - live updates | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/20210921122170/kate-middleton-tries-mountain-biking-in-cumbria/1/)
Duchess of Cambridge goes abseiling and mountain biking with air cadets during Lake District visit | UK News | Sky News (https://news.sky.com/story/duchess-of-cambridge-goes-abseiling-and-mountain-biking-with-air-cadets-during-lake-district-visit-12413731)
Kate Middleton sends fans into frenzy over new Lake District pictures - 'In her element!' | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1494419/kate-middleton-latest-news-lake-district-picture)
Kate Middleton goes abseiling and mountain biking in action packed Cumbria trip - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/kate-middleton-goes-abseiling-mountain-25037406)
Kate Middleton proves she's a jack of all trades as she rides a bike, sails a boat & abseils in adventure-packed trip (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/16200709/kate-middleton-opens-adventure-centre-holocaust-boat/)
A great clip put together by KP 👍🏼
https://twitter.com/i/status/1440388416147841039
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@KensingtonRoyal
Acting member of the @aircadets today!
Robert Rinder MBE
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What a profoundly generous & mindful listener she is.
Her enduring service & authentic desire to learn from every community does our nation proud.
@KensingtonRoyal
These heartwarming social media tweets is uplifting, I'm sharing just because SM since pandemic last year to date has gone drama cray. Also because Judge Rinder is Jewish. So, he was born to a Holocaust child that was part of the Cumbria history.
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@Heather62420919
I see our own Judge Rinder is in this picture I'd love to know what he thought of Catherine
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See my tweets Heather x She was - truly - amazing .. Anybody with doubts about the future & purpose of our Monarchy should spend an hour with her. Quite extraordinary
The Duchess of Cambridge has been getting adventurous in Cumbria as she joined a group of young Air Cadets to highlight the benefits of outdoor activities.
Kate tried her hand at mountain biking and abseiling, before receiving a well-deserved camp side cup of tea.
Kate Middleton Mountain Biking and Abseiling - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGTZDXtbMdw)
(At this point in time, there is no confirmation from the Grenadier Guards on their replacement for the DoY.)
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/grenadier-guards-lobbying-colonel-kate-duchess-of-cambridge-prince-andrew-wb6wg6kvt
QuoteThe Grenadier Guards want the Duchess of Cambridge to replace the Duke of York as their colonel.
Senior officials in the regiment have said they want Kate, 40, to be the first appointed female colonel in its 366-year history.
The Duke of Cambridge will present New Colours to the Irish Guards in the Quadrangle of Windsor Castle next week.
Prince William is Colonel of the Irish Guards and they will Troop their Colour at the Platinum Jubilee celebrations on Thursday 2nd June.
https://twitter.com/CameronDLWalker/status/1524754079632609280?s=20&t=nltb51Z6R9D3X_hypIpqBw
https://twitter.com/victoria_ward/status/1526576219554201602?s=20&t=a3VgjDx6AyOq_6Vl7-_jvQ
QuoteGlorious sunshine in Windsor as Prince William, Col of the Irish Guards, inspects the front rank before presenting new colours to the regiment ahead of Trooping the Colour on June 2
Prince William Carries Out Important Royal Duty at Windsor Castle | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-presents-irish-guards-new-colors-before-queen-birthday-parade/)
Thanks, I love watching the video, it makes me feel like I am there seeing the sights. Oh to be back in London again, next time I will stay there permanently...LOL
Prince William presents new colours to Irish Guards at Windsor Castle | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10825935/Prince-Charles-Camilla-board-plane-Canada-Platinum-Jubilee-Royal-Tour.html)
His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge, Commodore-in-chief Submarines has arrived at the @Submarinememor1 dedication introduced by @CdreJimPerks
https://twitter.com/Submarinememor1/status/1526881359230390272?s=20&t=Sf8YsDmxaKh-rzb1hxGBuw
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The titular head of the Silent Service today unveiled an imposing new memorial to submariners.
The Duke of Cambridge @KensingtonRoyal praised the duty and sacrifice of submariners and families as the ?440k monument was dedicated at
@Nat_Mem_Arb
http://ow.ly/xe0Y50Jbc83
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Prince William unveils new memorial to Royal Navy submariners | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10830135/Prince-William-unveils-new-memorial-Royal-Navy-submariners.html)
Prince William shares touching moment as he consoles 100-year-old widow during ceremony | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1612587/prince-William-news-royal-family-submariners-royal-navy-widow)
Prince William news: Duke pictured on ANOTHER key royal mission assigned by Queen | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1612383/prince-william-news-duke-of-cambridge-pictures-staffordshire-submariners-memorial)
https://twitter.com/MajestyMagazine/status/1529114798453055488?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge, colonel of the @irish_guards
, will carry out the Colonel?s Review on Horse Guards Parade on Saturday, 28th May.
Lots of buzz on social media about Catherine being appointed to an honorary military role. There's been talk of the Grenadier Guards.
"HRH The Duchess of Cambridge spent a day with the British Army to get an insight into how the Army works as she moves forward to assume a ceremonial role within it"
- British Forces Broadcasting Service -
https://twitter.com/BFBSRadioHQ/status/1541406333789884417?s=20&t=62PylswSuHne9OylvtdGuw
Personnel from the Royal Navy's state-of-the-art frigate HMS Glasgow met the ship's sponsor The Princess of Wales for the first time.
"It was a huge honour to be invited to Windsor Castle and to meet Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales," said Warrant Officer Darran Sullivan, the ship's Executive Warrant Officer.
"The appointment of sponsor signals an enduring connection between the ship's crew and Her Royal Highness. It is clear from meeting her that she has a real interest in HMS Glasgow and in the lives of those who will serve onboard."
https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/news-and-latest-activity/news/2022/september/29/20220929-princess-of-wales
Lt Cdr Rob Dixon, equerry to The Prince of Wales, has been promoted to Royal Navy Commander, received his 'Prince of Wales plumes' and will now represent the Royal Navy and Ministry of Defence in the Royal Household.
https://twitter.com/isaguor/status/1585815234018947072?s=20&t=F3hywwPpPB4xwUuajrfbMg
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EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Prince William's equerry and those plumes of feathers | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11363325/EDEN-CONFIDENTIAL-Prince-Williams-equerry-plumes-feathers.html)
The Prince of Wales as Honorary Air Commandant of RAF Coningsby paid a visit to RAF Coningsby today.
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/search/2/image?events=775902321&family=editorial)
Prince of Wales tries out a VR headset while visiting an RAF base in Lincolnshire | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11443693/Prince-William-looks-dapper-suit-tie-arrives-RAF-base-Lincolnshire.html)
Prince William Makes Solo Visit to Royal Air Force Station (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-visits-royal-air-force-station-raf-coningsby/)
Prince William hugs young boy as he makes sweet promise ? see heartwarming photos | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20221118157474/prince-william-hugs-young-boy-adorable-photos/)
The Princess of Wales has also been promoted to her first army role, taking over as Colonel of the @irish_guards, while The Prince of Wales will become Colonel of the @WelshGuards
I had a feeling that William would become the Colonel of the Welsh Guards and now Catherine will replace him with the Irish Guards.
So will we see Kate in uniform, like Anne? Look forward to this. Doubtful we will see her on horseback
@Marcobug67-I don't believe that she's going to wear a uniform. Now if she goes to a training activity, she might wear their gear-camo- then like I've seen Sophie, Sweden's Victoria and Denmark's Mary and Marie do but probably not a uniform and definitely not on horseback.
Sophie in camo The Countess of Wessex cheered troops in camouflage at RAF base (https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/lifestyle/a37510726/countess-of-wessex-cup-raf-military-uniform/)
Court circular
Kensington Palace
2nd February, 2023
The Prince of Wales, Colonel, 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, this morning received Brigadier Giles Harris (Regimental Lieutenant Colonel) and Lieutenant Colonel John Livesey (Commanding Officer) at Windsor Castle.
The Prince and Princess of Wales will attend the St David's Day Parade of 1st Battalion Welsh Guards in Windsor on Wednesday.
Prince William is Colonel of the Welsh Guards.
I believe that this is William's first event with the Welsh Guards since the announcement that he is the new Colonel.
The Prince and Princess of Wales visited the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards at Combermere Barracks, Windsor today: -
The Prince And Princess Of Wales Visit The Welsh Guard March 1 Pictures and Photos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/photos/the-prince-and-princess-of-wales-visit-the-welsh-guard-march-1-2023?assettype=image&family=editorial&phrase=The%20Prince%20And%20Princess%20Of%20Wales%20Visit%20The%20Welsh%20Guard%20march%201),%202023&sort=newest&irgwc=1&esource=AFF_GI_IR_Skimbit%20Ltd._10078&asid=Skimbit%20Ltd.&cid=GI&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=Skimbit%20Ltd.&utm_content=10078
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Honoured and delighted to be the new Colonel of the Welsh Guards and to join friends, families and loved ones for the #StDavidsDay parade at Combermere Barracks this lunchtime.
Falch iawn o?r anrhydedd o fod yn Gyrnol newydd y Gwarchodlu Cymreig ac i ymuno ? ffrindiau a theuluoedd ar gyfer gorymdaith #StDavidsDay yn Combermere Barracks heddiw.
Our friends in the 5th Royal Australian Regiment are here too and it was great chatting to them about their role training Ukrainian Armed Forces in the UK.
Wishing a very Happy St David?s Day to everyone celebrating today!
Kate Middleton joins Prince William to visit the Welsh guards | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11806581/Kate-Middleton-joins-Prince-William-visit-Welsh-guards.html)
Kate Middleton and Prince William Step Out for Welsh Guards Parade (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-accompanies-prince-william-honor-welsh-guards-st-davids-day-parade/)
Kate Middleton steps out with Prince William as he makes debut in new role - live updates | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20230301165590/kate-middleton-prince-william-meet-welsh-guards-st-davids-day/)
Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales visit Welsh Guards for St David's Day parade | UK News | Sky News (https://news.sky.com/story/prince-william-and-kate-princess-of-wales-visit-welsh-guards-for-st-davids-day-parade-12822867)
William and Kate's St David's Day visit risks being overshadowed by latest Sussex drama | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1740829/prince-william-kate-middleton-st-davids-day-welsh-guards)
Kate beams in red as she and William brush off Meghan and Harry Frogmore eviction drama - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/kate-beams-red-william-brush-29344348)
Princess Kate beams with Prince William as they shrug off Meghan Markle and Harry's Frogmore eviction | The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/21553028/prince-william-shrugs-off-frogmore-cottage-eviction/)
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Richard Palmer is doing the Royal Rota, his twitter feed has a lot of pictures and short videos
https://twitter.com/RoyalReporter/status/1633454592464650243
I believe that this is the first time that Catherine has participated in this type of hands on visit to her honorary military appointments. I know that Sophie as well as Diana and Sarah haves participated in them in the past. Other female royals in Sweden, Denmark, Norway and The Netherlands have done them as well and we know that Belgium's Elisabeth has already received her military training. While I enjoy the dressy events for presenting shamrocks or leeks, I believe that it is important for the royals who have not had military training of their own, to receive a better understanding of what their regiment members do as part of their service to the nation.
I knew that many parts of the UK were going to have snow this week and here it is!
A longer video of her visit to Salisbury Plain today in the snow.
https://twitter.com/RoyalFamilyITNP/status/1633518955070623746?cxt=HHwWhMDQrbe1tqstAAAA
The Prince of Wales, outgoing Colonel, Irish Guards, will be accompanied by The Princess of Wales, incoming Colonel, to visit the Irish Guards at the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Aldershot on Friday.
It's good to see Catherine taking an active role, and I look forward to seeing the PPOW at the St. Patrick's Day parade.
It's going to be an exciting day to see Catherine as she takes her first salute as the Irish Guards Honorary Colonel.
The Princess of Wales to take the salute for the first time as Colonel of the Irish Guards ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/walesfamily/the-princess-of-wales-to-take-the-salute-for-the-first-time-as-colonel-of-the-irish-guards-187329/)
The Prince and Princess of Wales visiting the Irish Guards at Aldershot Barracks today to distribute the traditional shamrocks on St. Patrick's day. William is now the former honorary colonel and Catherine is succeeding him.
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/search/2/image?events=775954335&family=editorial)
Video from today's visit.
Colonel Kate's St Patrick's Day Parade Celebrations ?? - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeOqlQp2rU8)
The Prince of Wales has been appointed ADC(P) to King Charles, he was also an ADC(P) to HMQ. It's the first multi-monarch appt since Mountbatten, who was ADC(P) to three - EVIIIR, GVIR, and EIIR.
https://twitter.com/jtquilliam/status/1656370939938893843?s=20
Thanks for the information as it explains why William had the ciphers for both QEII and CIII on his shoulder.
https://twitter.com/Gertsroyals/status/1658610495933349889?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
QuoteCC Tuesday:
The Prince of Wales, Commodore-in-Chief, Submarines, this morning received Lieutenant Commander David Brannighan RN at Windsor Castle.
Kensington Palace: The Prince of Wales, Colonel, Welsh Guards, will carry out the Colonel's Review on Horse Guards Parade on Saturday ahead of The King's Birthday Parade on 17th June:
https://twitter.com/MajestyMagazine/status/1666723861067431943?s=20
The Prince of Wales carried out the Colonel's Review at Horse Guards Parade today:
https://www.gettyimages.de/search/2/image?events=775988313&family=editorial
William and his horse for Trooping of the Colour
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The horse the Prince of Wales rode today during The Colonel's Review ahead of Trooping the Colour next week is called Darby and it was a gift to the late Queen from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and it led her funeral procession last September.
Twitter user: Isagour
Confirmed by Twitter: Canadian Crown
Buckingham Palace said: ''The King is pleased to announce further military appointments for working members of the Royal Family.''
Prince William
The Ministry of Defence announced William, who qualified as an RAF search and rescue pilot, has become the Royal Honorary Air Commodore at RAF Valley in Wales.
Princess Kate
Kate has adopted the position of Royal Honorary Air Commodore at RAF Coningsby, a title previously held by her husband, who had performed the role at the Lincolnshire base for 15 years from 2008.
Kate has also become the Commodore-in-Chief of the Fleet Air Arm and Colonel-in-Chief of the Queen's Dragoon Guards.
William and Kate return to their flying roots as they are granted prestigious honorary positions in the Royal Air Force | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12394967/William-Kate-return-flying-roots-granted-prestigious-honorary-positions-Royal-Air-Force.html)
Kate ?returning to her flying roots?? Well, blow me down. I had no idea that Kate was once an RAF or commercial pilot. She hasn?t even, unlike Fergie who did indeed take flying lessons after marriage and even got a helicopter pilot?s licence because she wanted to experience what Andrew had gone through, been in front of the controls of any aircraft. And I don?t think that having one grandfather who was in the RAF and once flew Prince Philip around, qualifies as a root of anything.
Fair enough if the royal concerned has been in the armed services. However, Anne and the prospect of Camilla and Kate, swanning around in unearned uniforms and medals is imo not just daft but insulting. Imo, with a much shrunken RF it?s time for a lot more honorary Colonelcies to go to other people who have genuinely earned them through years of military service to their country even if they aren?t royal.
And that will be doubly true if Charlotte and Louis and above all, George, do not join the armed forces in their future but are allowed to play toy soldiers in the future. At least, whatever their faults, Philip, Andrew and Harry risked their lives in war zones and served their country in that way. Charles hasn?t, and William hasn?t.
I've shared the full list of the appointments in this thread.
King and Queen Military Service and Honorary Appointments and events (https://www.royalinsight.net/forum/index.php?topic=95278.msg1523854#msg1523854)
Posts about former members of the BRF have been moved to their appropriate forums.
Quote from: wannable on August 10, 2023, 10:48:30 PM
Buckingham Palace said: ''The King is pleased to announce further military appointments for working members of the Royal Family.''
Prince William
The Ministry of Defence announced William, who qualified as an RAF search and rescue pilot, has become the Royal Honorary Air Commodore at RAF Valley in Wales.
Princess Kate
Kate has adopted the position of Royal Honorary Air Commodore at RAF Coningsby, a title previously held by her husband, who had performed the role at the Lincolnshire base for 15 years from 2008.
Kate has also become the Commodore-in-Chief of the Fleet Air Arm and Colonel-in-Chief of the Queen's Dragoon Guards.
William and Kate return to their flying roots as they are granted prestigious honorary positions in the Royal Air Force | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12394967/William-Kate-return-flying-roots-granted-prestigious-honorary-positions-Royal-Air-Force.html)
It seems fitting that William will be the Honorary Commodore of RAF Valley where he served with RAF's Search and Rescue.
Basically most of the new honorary are ex Andrew's given to Catherine and Sophie, whilst William is new with the RAF Valley Wales and another one I didn't mention yesteday, Harry's old Army unit - Colonel In Chief of The Army Air Corps.
@wannable-I agree. With the coming anniversary of the late QEII's death, this is an appropriate time to announce the new appointments. Those roles that were once held by the late QEII, Prince Phillips as well as the Dukes of York and Sussex were going to be filled by the working members of the BRF. Currently there are three military veterans among the working royals: KCIII, PoW, and DoK.
Very happy for both Catherine and William on their new appointments!
Yes! Congratulations to the Wales as well as the other working members of the family who are taking on these new roles.
Quote from: TLLK on August 11, 2023, 12:11:41 PM
@wannable-I agree. With the coming anniversary of the late QEII's death, this is an appropriate time to announce the new appointments. Those roles that were once held by the late QEII, Prince Phillips as well as the Dukes of York and Sussex were going to be filled by the working members of the BRF. Currently there are three military veterans among the working royals: KCIII, PoW, and DoK.
Well, the Duke of Kent is almost 90 and when he retires as he almost certainly will over the next few months (he undertakes relatively few royal engagements now) that will leave a grand total of two RF members who have seen active service, and neither of these two have served in a conflict of any kind. Nor did the Duke of Kent, as a matter of fact, though that was merely coincidence.
Catherine's ties with the military, especially the RAF is based on her grandfather Peter Middleton - mentioned in the official Buckingham Palace announcement.
My personal comment, for historical purposes since she is the future Queen and Queen mother to a King, for what it's worth, during Catherine's first official duty at Wales with her future husband, her fascinator had three (3) pins - it's great that the family heirlooms were kept, not lost, including notes from the WWI zone, the latter all preserved at the Imperial Museum at London. Maurice, Lionel and Francis - meaning the surname Lupton died with the three brothers, sons of Catherine's great great grandfather, her great uncles.
The second page of the BP announcement, second to the top. HRH Catherine, Princess of Wales
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I shared a link in the King and Queen's forum from Gerts Royals which has an excellent overview of the announcement yesterday and who were the previous appointees.
King and Queen Military Service and Honorary Appointments and events (https://www.royalinsight.net/forum/index.php?topic=95278.0)
William takes over command of Harry's old Army unit: King Charles grants Prince of Wales prestigious honorary position in the Royal Air Force while (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12394967/William-Kate-return-flying-roots-granted-prestigious-honorary-positions-Royal-Air-Force.html)
Prince William Becomes Colonel-in-Chief of Prince Harry's Army Unit (https://people.com/prince-william-becomes-colonel-chief-prince-harry-army-unit-new-royal-military-affiliations-announced-king-charles-7642361)
Kate Middleton Receives New Titles from King Charles: All About the Appointments (https://people.com/kate-middleton-receives-new-titles-king-charles-military-appointments-7636635)
Prince William and Princess Kate react to new royal roles made by King Charles | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/499979/prince-william-princess-kate-react-new-royal-appointments/)
William handed major new military role to spearhead Prince Harry's old Army unit | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1800997/prince-william-military-role-prince-harry-army)
Prince William and Kate's new roles show 'clear hierarchy' above Prince Harry | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1801370/prince-william-kate-middleton-prince-harry-king-charles-new-roles)
Princess Kate granted new military roles including one that honours her grandfather | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1801260/princess-kate-raf-military-roles-peter-middleton)
Prince William given huge new role as he takes command of Harry's old Army unit - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/prince-william-kate-big-promotion-30677081)
Inside the prestigious new royal roles for Kate Middleton and William as he takes over Prince Harry?s old Army unit | The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/23439868/new-royal-roles-kate-middleton-prince-william-king-charles/)
Quote from: Curryong on August 10, 2023, 11:48:54 PM
Kate ?returning to her flying roots?? Well, blow me down. I had no idea that Kate was once an RAF or commercial pilot. She hasn?t even, unlike Fergie who did indeed take flying lessons after marriage and even got a helicopter pilot?s licence because she wanted to experience what Andrew had gone through, been in front of the controls of any aircraft. And I don?t think that having one grandfather who was in the RAF and once flew Prince Philip around, qualifies as a root of anything.
Fair enough if the royal concerned has been in the armed services. However, Anne and the prospect of Camilla and Kate, swanning around in unearned uniforms and medals is imo not just daft but insulting. Imo, with a much shrunken RF it?s time for a lot more honorary Colonelcies to go to other people who have genuinely earned them through years of military service to their country even if they aren?t royal.
And that will be doubly true if Charlotte and Louis and above all, George, do not join the armed forces in their future but are allowed to play toy soldiers in the future. At least, whatever their faults, Philip, Andrew and Harry risked their lives in war zones and served their country in that way. Charles hasn?t, and William hasn?t.
Some people are really showing this dislike of the royal family here....so why even go there and comment if it upsets a person, just ignore them. I think that is one has an issue with who gets medals then write the King or those that write the articles write the CEO of the companies that own the tabloids or just IGNORE them. Why get upset and get the blood pressure up....I am learning that myself......LOL
The Prince and Princess of Wales
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An honour to serve our new military affiliations across the
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Fleet Air Arm
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@TheWelshCavalry
@MercianRegiment
@ArmyAirCorps
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RAF Valley
https://twitter.com/i/status/1689920591589969920
^ The POW's video content producer is Ace.
4 military appointments for The Princess of Wales! Well done!
All the toy soldier appointments for the Wales?s and others who were given them is far more a sign of a shrunken and elderly RF roster than anything else. What?s going to happen when the Duke of Kent retires (and he?s nearly 90) and the Gloucesters at nearly 80 now do the same, meaning that all their HONORARY military appointments have to be redistributed?
And honorary, of course, means in this case, not anything these royals have actually done in the services, because the majority haven?t even served, merely a high ranking military honour because of birth or who they married. The Wales and Edinburghs going to have another dozen or so in another four or five years are they, or perhaps Camilla, who?s tottery and nearly as old as the Gloucesters?
In the meantime men who were active Colonels and Commodores and Admirals are just pushed aside so this lot can wear unearned uniforms and Jubilee medals on their chests in place of service ones. What an absolute farce!
Nobody in the world beats or are even close to the United Kingdom with its pomp and ceremony - Military too - the milestones, the celebrations, the special occasions, the remembrance, the poppy day, the opening of a new military fillintheblank, the MOD knows how to use their British Royals for PR and Marketing.
I do believe that in the near future that the Kent's honorary military appointments will be redistributed among the BRF's working members. As long as the Ministry of Defense, the Armed Forces and the royals are in agreement with honorary military appointments, then the tradition will continue. Other royal families in Europe have a similar tradition where members of their reigning families act as the Patron, Godmother, or honorary Colonel of the Regiment. Currently Denmark's Queen Margaret is the Honorary Colonel of the Princess of Wales Regiment of the UK.
Quote from: TLLK on August 13, 2023, 01:35:14 AM
I do believe that in the near future that the Kent's honorary military appointments will be redistributed among the BRF's working members. As long as the Ministry of Defense, the Armed Forces and the royals are in agreement with honorary military appointments, then the tradition will continue. Other royal families in Europe have a similar tradition where members of their reigning families act as the Patron, Godmother, or honorary Colonel of the Regiment. Currently Denmark's Queen Margaret is the Honorary Colonel of the Princess of Wales Regiment of the UK.
Most of the members of European royal families don?t have dozens and dozens of these meaningless things each from every armed service. The British do, including Commonwealth Armed Forces honoraries.
At least when retired senior officers of British regiments, squadrons etc take over Hon Colonelcies etc (and there are some regiments that have them) they wear the uniforms of their old regiments and squadrons and have medals commemorating many decades of service in the armed forces pinned to their chests. Not like this lot.
I am all for the members of the royal family getting medals even if the are not out in the fields fighting, those medals to me mean they are promoting and representing their country for the very people that support the country and the monarchy....it is teamwork in a way.
I have hundreds of kings and queens in my country, they are called *Congress* who only support their bank accounts like the senator from the south who made 25 million insider trading and nothing was done to him by Congress. I would rather have the British Royal Family, at least they love their country.
Quote from: Curryong on August 13, 2023, 02:48:47 AM
Most of the members of European royal families don?t have dozens and dozens of these meaningless things each from every armed service. The British do, including Commonwealth Armed Forces honoraries.
At least when retired senior officers of British regiments, squadrons etc take over Hon Colonelcies etc (and there are some regiments that have them) they wear the uniforms of their old regiments and squadrons and have medals commemorating many decades of service in the armed forces pinned to their chests. Not like this lot.
The British Armed Forces and the Ministry of Defense don't appear to have an issue with members of the British Royal Family being the honorary representatives of the various squadrons, fleets and regiments. Personally I believe that is most likely due to the fact that this is simply an honorary position and not an actual one. They know if the Duke of Gloucester appears at an event, that he's not going to give orders, review a service member's performance or expect "the King's Shilling."
Based upon the fact that the British Armed Forces and MoD have not objected to the recent announcements of the new honorary military appointments, it would seem that they don't find their relationship with the BRF to be "meaningless." Now should that change in the future, then we'll likely see those honorary roles going to other people.
As for the Commonwealth nations, it's up to each individual country's Armed Forces to determine if they wish to continue any association with the BRF.
Let's return to the topic of the Wales Honorary Military Appointments. Further discussion of the BRF's popularity can be taken to this thread linked below. Previous comments on the British public's views on the monarchy have been moved to that thread.
The Role of the British Monarchy, Popularity and Future discussion part 2 (https://www.royalinsight.net/forum/index.php?topic=95381.0)
Quote from: TLLK on August 13, 2023, 12:38:09 PM
The British Armed Forces and the Ministry of Defense don't appear to have an issue with members of the British Royal Family being the honorary representatives of the various squadrons, fleets and regiments. Personally I believe that is most likely due to the fact that this is simply an honorary position and not an actual one. They know if the Duke of Gloucester appears at an event, that he's not going to give orders, review a service member's performance or expect "the King's Shilling."
Based upon the fact that the British Armed Forces and MoD have not objected to the recent announcements of the new honorary military appointments, it would seem that they don't find their relationship with the BRF to be "meaningless." Now should that change in the future, then we'll likely see those honorary roles going to other people.
As for the Commonwealth nations, it's up to each individual country's Armed Forces to determine if they wish to continue any association with the BRF.
Yes agree 1000% with your comment and it shows that there is a huge support for the royal family and those that get the medals. Just look at the support for the men who carried HM's coffin, how they must of felt honored and pride to do so.
I say for those countries that want to rid themselves of King Charles and the royal family, just GO, do your own thing and fade away into the vast unknown like Edward and Wallis. WE all have choices even those that dislike the royal family and Britain. Nobody is stopping any country that I know of. I think it would be better for some to leave, break those ties, do your own thing, go your own way...I don't think anybody will miss whomever leaves.
Quote from: Nightowl on August 14, 2023, 03:05:14 AM
Yes agree 1000% with your comment and it shows that there is a huge support for the royal family and those that get the medals. Just look at the support for the men who carried HM's coffin, how they must of felt honored and pride to do so.
I say for those countries that want to rid themselves of King Charles and the royal family, just GO, do your own thing and fade away into the vast unknown like Edward and Wallis. WE all have choices even those that dislike the royal family and Britain. Nobody is stopping any country that I know of. I think it would be better for some to leave, break those ties, do your own thing, go your own way...I don't think anybody will miss whomever leaves.
Why would Australia fade away anywhere let alone ?the vast unknown? if it ceased to be a realm? It is a continent as well as a country and it won?t be fading anywhere, just will have a HOS of its own. It will remain in the Commonwealth like the majority of Commonwealth countries. And, There are only 15 realms left . It?s they who are fading away fast.
As for not being missed by royals, don?t be so sure. Charles has said many times that he retains many fond memories of Australia from his youth at Timbertop. And the BRF and the Foreign Office/commonwealth Secretariat are very very aware of the importance of the realms. That?s why there are regular royal tours to each of the larger ones, every couple of years or so, to shore up the Crown?s relationship with them.
As this article from early this year puts it ?he would be sad and disappointed? if Australia (which is after all the largest of the realms, with Canada) left.
King Charles will be 'sad' if Australia becomes a republic as expert predicts his reaction | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1741737/king-charles-response-australia-republic-latest#)
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Well that sure got an response didn't it. LOL.....I have gathered that some here did not like the royal family and gave the impression that they would love to leave everything royal in the dust.......Seems like only some in the royal family can do no wrong so they should have their own country or an island all to themselves to rule as they please. This way all tabloids are not allowed, only those that are yes sir, yes ma'am. :yesss:
Having royalty ensures media exposure, exponentially 100 times more and globally than non royals at a military event hence my pomp and pageantry comment tied to MOD PR and marketing. This is a fact.
In most countries their military events get exposure only in their own country - if something unusual happens perhaps regionally. That is it.
Quote from: wannable on August 14, 2023, 11:41:46 AM
Having royalty ensures media exposure, exponentially 100 times more and globally than non royals at a military event hence my pomp and pageantry comment tied to MOD PR and marketing. This is a fact.
In most countries their military events get exposure only in their own country - if something unusual happens perhaps regionally. That is it.
I realise that tourists like to gawk at bearskins at Trooping and pat the horses of the Lifeguards on Horseguards Parade if that?s what you mean. I don?t know that that sort of military ?exposure? means that much in the end though.
There are plenty of tourists who lap up the military parades on Bastille Day in France every July. I know because I?ve seen it. Tourists look at any military commemorations in the US which are well publicised. Also Russia has its May Day parades and China has plenty of military marches on national days and special occasions which have been shown lots of times on international TV. None of those countries are monarchies.
And international media exposure for the military in the monarchies of Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Spain, Monaco, the Netherlands, Luxembourg ?????
I'm subscribed to paperboy, they publish and one can choose also by continent (ETA: one can choose by country, regionally or worldwide to see who, what made front page news, technology advance - you can also see by numbers who and what made it, usually bad news, but the royals are ''refreshing with good news'') - see what made front page news. Only the UK royals and any ''other none royalty related'' bombshell news make it globally. Include the Military. In other none military news, only William and Kate make it out of the 'region' - the media reports on any of their events with full display front page.
BUT you have a point, BUT also nobody knows IF without royalty - the UK Military would or could make global news of the pomp and pageantry.
Quote from: wannable on August 14, 2023, 11:41:46 AM
Having royalty ensures media exposure, exponentially 100 times more and globally than non royals at a military event hence my pomp and pageantry comment tied to MOD PR and marketing. This is a fact.
In most countries their military events get exposure only in their own country - if something unusual happens perhaps regionally. That is it.
And yet your quote wasn?t specifically about UK military but that ?having royalty ensures media exposure?. I pointed out that there are many other countries that do have royals doesn?t guarantee media exposure, and there are other countries which are republics that do. And there are plenty of engagements undertaken by Kate and William that aren?t covered in any great detail on the front page of even British newspapers let alone leading European or US ones.
They don't - as I said the none royalty military events only have 12 hour exposure in their own country. Something unusual would have to happen to make it at least regionally for 24 hours and transferred to social media, the only two countries that get worldwide exposure is Russia/China if a picture or video is taken.
The UK Military with it's royals do get worldwide exposure. They are the only ones.
Quote from: Nightowl on August 14, 2023, 03:05:14 AM
Yes agree 1000% with your comment and it shows that there is a huge support for the royal family and those that get the medals. Just look at the support for the men who carried HM's coffin, how they must of felt honored and pride to do so.
I say for those countries that want to rid themselves of King Charles and the royal family, just GO, do your own thing and fade away into the vast unknown like Edward and Wallis. WE all have choices even those that dislike the royal family and Britain. Nobody is stopping any country that I know of. I think it would be better for some to leave, break those ties, do your own thing, go your own way...I don't think anybody will miss whomever leaves.
Yes the huge crowds that lined the streets in Edinburgh and London was proof enough to me that the UK believed that the late QEII had earned the love and support of the nation that she'd represented as Head of State for over 70 years. The guardsmen that were selected to carry her coffin as well as those members of the British Armed Forces as well as several Commonwealth Nation regiments who participated in the ceremonies associated with her lying in state and funeral should be incredibly proud of their participation. The last State Funeral for a monarch occurred over 70 years prior to QEII's and I do expect that we will see one in the next 25-30 years should KCIII have inherited his parents' and maternal grandmother's longevity genes. Even if the current realms in the Commonwealth ie Australia, New Zealand, Canada etc..it's possible that some Commonwealth Armed Forces might participate.
Thank you, I still get emotional over HM, since a child with magazines and some TV I have been a fan. My grandmother named my middle name after her, Elizabeth. So many tens of thousands of military members who marched made me tear up watching HM's funeral it must of been very hard emotionally on them. I could not get over the viewing at the Westminster Abbey, it was so very sad yet so historically appropriate. Then seeing some of the family take their turn standing guard made me cry. I think that lots of people of the world just stopped and expressed grief over her passing, even we did not personally know her, she was always there for her country through good times and bad.
Grandparents are very important to me as a child and even though they are now gone, they still are with me in my memories'.
Sometimes family members can betray their family to a point of no return with all the damage that has been done. Believe me I really do get that!
NEW: The Princess of Wales will visit Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton on Monday, one of the Royal Navy's two principal air stations, and one of the busiest military airfields in the UK.
The King recently appointed Princess Catherine as Commodore-in-Chief, Fleet Air Arm.
The PssoW in her role as the Honorary Commodore of the Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton paid a visit today.
Princess Wales September 18 Pictures and Photos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/photos/princess-wales-september-18-2023?assettype=image&family=editorial&phrase=princess%20wales%20september%2018),%202023&sort=newest
The Prince of Wales has been promoted to Wing Commander in the RAF. It also most likely means he's been promoted to Commander in the RN and Lieutenant -Colonel in the Army.
Majesty Magazine & Joe Little
@MajestyMagazine
The Princess of Wales, appointed Colonel-in-Chief of 1st The Queen?s Dragoon Guards by the King in August, will visit the regiment for the first time on Wednesday.
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Excellent news! Thanks for sharing.
The Princess of Wales Visits The Queen's Dragoon Guards Regiment:
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/entertainment/event/the-princess-of-wales-visits-the-queens-dragoon-guards-regiment/776060256?editorialproducts=all)
This picture was trending yesterday in all social media platforms
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The Prince of Wales' military promotions have appeared in the Gazette:
BUCKINGHAM PALACE -
9th November 2023 -
The KING has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following Honorary appointments in His Majesty's Armed Forces: -
Lieutenant Commander His Royal Highness THE PRINCE OF WALES, K.G., K.T., A.D.C., as Commander. -
Major His Royal Highness THE PRINCE OF WALES, K.G., K.T., A.D.C., as Lieutenant Colonel. -
Squadron Leader His Royal Highness THE PRINCE OF WALES, K.G., K.T., A.D.C., as Wing Commander. -
(To be dated 11 August 2023)
4479765 | Honours and Awards | The Gazette (https://m.thegazette.co.uk/notice/4479765)
The Prince of Wales, Colonel-in-Chief, 1st Battalion The Mercian Regiment, today visiting the Regiment at Salisbury Plain.
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Source collage by Saphireblue3, X
Glad to see the new Colonel in chief there today.
This visit was earlier today (a.m.)
The Prince and Princess of Wales
@KensingtonRoyal
A memorable hands-on introduction to the @MercianRegimentas its Colonel-in-Chief.
A real education 'in the field' and understanding the work of modern infantry in the @britisharmy
^ The short videos and pictures, the POW really enjoyed this visit very much, laughing and smiling.
This duty will be the POW in behalf of the King.
Majesty Magazine & Joe Little
@MajestyMagazine
The Prince of Wales, Commodore-in-Chief Submarines, will attend the Lord High Admiral's Divisions on behalf of the King at Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth on 14th December.
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Prince William dons his navy uniform for the first time in 13 years and takes salute as he heads to Lord High Admiral's Divisions on behalf of King Charles
In his speech today:
''It is well known that my grandmother and grandfather met here, while my great grandfather, King George the Sixth, was conducting these very duties.''
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The Prince and Princess of Wales
@KensingtonRoyal
Congratulations to the remarkable Young Officers on your Passing Out Parade.
Your dedication, discipline and hard work have brought you to this significant milestone as you embark on this incredible journey of duty and service around the world ⚓️
A year in the British Army - March 2023 -
The @irish_guards provided a warm welcome to their new Royal Colonel, The Princess of Wales. -
Her Royal Highness took part in a casualty exercise and met men and women of all ranks during her visit. -
https://x.com/BritishArmy/status/1737865699727446488?s=20
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on December 21, 2023, 05:11:01 PM
A year in the British Army - March 2023 -
The @irish_guards provided a warm welcome to their new Royal Colonel, The Princess of Wales. -
Her Royal Highness took part in a casualty exercise and met men and women of all ranks during her visit. -
https://x.com/BritishArmy/status/1737865699727446488?s=20
An Honorary Colonelcy does not mean that Kate has joined the British Army, or that she has actively served in said army in any way, shape or form.
^^^ It's a direct quote from the official British Army twitter account
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on December 21, 2023, 11:03:58 PM
^^^ It's a direct quote from the official British Army twitter account
Of course the Guards are going to put something warm and fuzzy into announcements about visits from and about their Honorary Colonel. The Guards have always been connected with the RF. However, it is a fact that people holding Honorary positions like that are not regarded as working and active members of the British Army. If they are then if, God forbid, a war breaks out, I look forward to seeing Camilla, Kate, Edward, William and the King etc serving at regimental level with their troops.
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A year in the British Army - March 2023 -
That was a great start for Catherine as the new Colonel in Chief of the Irish Guards.
The @irish_guards provided a warm welcome to their new Royal Colonel, The Princess of Wales. -
Her Royal Highness took part in a casualty exercise and met men and women of all ranks during her visit. -
https://x.com/BritishArmy/status/1737865699727446488?s=20
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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13159105/Kate-Middleton-Trooping-Colour-Ministry-Defence-Kensington-Palace.html
https://people.com/kate-middleton-reportedly-attending-trooping-the-colour-engagement-june-amid-surgery-recovery-8604225
https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/514758/kate-middleton-first-engagement-surgery-announced/
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-68480184
https://news.sky.com/story/princess-of-waless-first-royal-event-since-undergoing-surgery-confirmed-by-ministry-of-defence-13087553
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/mar/05/princess-of-wales-expected-to-return-to-official-duties-in-june
https://www.itv.com/news/2024-03-05/princess-of-wales-to-attend-trooping-the-colour-event-in-june-mod-says
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/breaking-kate-middletons-first-royal-32275551
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/kensington-palace-refuses-confirm-whether-32277506
https://www.thesun.co.uk/royals/26386246/princess-kate-surgery-mod-trooping-the-colour/
Not after Easter!! Hopefully Tropping color and garter of the order will return to duties
https://people.com/kate-middleton-name-removed-army-website-hinted-return-public-duties-8604947
https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/514836/army-removes-kate-middleton-trooping-the-colour-appearance/
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-68480184
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/mar/05/princess-of-wales-expected-to-return-to-official-duties-in-june
https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/major-engagement-lined-up-for-princess-of-wales-as-she-is-set-to-oversee-important-military-event-197431/
No confirmed from Buckingham Palace or Kensington Palace for Catherine's return from medical leave but she not 100% she still on recovery
In keeping with tradition wherever they are in the world the @irish_guards give a rousing three cheers for the Colonel of the Regiment HRH the Princess of Wales at their St Patrick's Day Parade in Aldershot. @BritishArmy @KensingtonRoyal
https://x.com/ArmyInLondon/status/1769353879823454430?s=20
Kate's absence has caught fire in the media. The public is asking so many questions and feels that the palace should update them.
The Prince of Wales visited the Welsh Guards today:
https://x.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1770488086289424593?s=20
"Recuperating Kate, unable to raise a Guinness toast on St Patrick's Day as colonel of the Irish Guards, ensured her favourite soldiers were well refreshed at her expense.
"To their delight she put £2,000 behind the regimental bar at Aldershot for a party after the traditional parade.
"My abacus calculates that with subsidised club prices the thirsty troopers were treated to at least 700 pints of the black stuff. And did she specify that regimental mascot Seamus, the Irish wolfhound, should be treated to a jumbo bone?"
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-13220885/Kate-unable-attend-Irish-Guards-St-Patricks-Day.html