Amid ongoing health concerns, King Charles and Queen Camilla were notably absent from a significant event at Buckingham Palace, along with Prince William and Kate Middleton.
Buckingham Palace witnessed a historic moment as French soldiers participated in the Changing the Guard ceremony for the first time on Monday. However, Prince William and Kate Middleton's absence was attributed to the Princess of Wales's ongoing cancer treatment.
This groundbreaking event marked the 120th anniversary of the Entente Cordiale, with France becoming the first non-Commonwealth country to take part in the ceremony. In lieu of King Charles and Queen Camilla, Prince Edward and Princess Sophie represented the royal family at the Parade to Commemorate the Entente Cordiale.
Accompanied by dignitaries including the UK Chief of the General Staff, the French Chief of the Army Staff, and the French Ambassador to the UK, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh attended the ceremony on behalf of King Charles.
Royal expert Rebecca English shared photos and videos from the event, highlighting the significance of this milestone in Anglo-French relations. The procession served as a tribute to the diplomatic agreement between Britain and France, pivotal in their collaboration during both world wars.
In a historic first, French troops stood guard at Buckingham Palace, symbolizing 120 years of amicable relations between the two nations. This decision underscores the enduring friendship between Britain and France, celebrated through this landmark event.
