Buckingham Palace Shares Rare Insight Into Iconic Round Tower Amid Concerns
The royal family has issued its first public statement about Windsor Castle following a recent security breach that saw two masked intruders enter the property. The incident occurred while Prince William, Princess Kate, and their children were asleep nearby, raising significant safety concerns.
In a move to shift the focus to Windsor Castle’s historical significance, Buckingham Palace released a video on the royal family’s official Instagram account, offering an exclusive look inside the castle's iconic Round Tower.
Accompanying the video, the Palace posed the question: “Have you ever wondered what is inside the iconic Round Tower at Windsor Castle?”
The video revealed that the tower houses the Royal Archives, described as a "unique collection of documents relating to the history of the British Monarchy over the last 250 years."
Highlighting the treasures within, the video showcased items ranging from letters and diaries to significant historical documents. The archives are part of an initiative for #ExploreYourArchive Week, aimed at making such treasures accessible to the public.
The Palace noted, "Each year, we share items from the Royal Archives as part of the UK-wide initiative #ExploreYourArchive Week. This year’s themes include ‘mythology,’ ‘fashion,’ and ‘disco.’ Head to our link in bio to explore some of the Archives’ many treasures."
While the update refrained from addressing the security incident directly, the release of the video and statement appeared to offer reassurance about the castle’s ongoing role as both a royal residence and a cultural treasure.
