Buckingham Palace issues update as the Duke of Sussex’s tribute receives no mention
Buckingham Palace released a new update after senior members of the royal family gathered at Windsor Castle for a reflective event marking an important moment in history. The date, which recalled the tragic losses of the Second World War, did not dampen King Charles’s mood as he greeted veterans, while other working royals completed engagements of their own.
Queen Camilla joined the King at a reception at Windsor, where they spent time with veterans who served in the Pacific. The palace praised the dedicated work of loyal members as William, Edward and Duchess Birgitte also spoke with attendees.
“In the evening on Armistice Day, The King and Queen, joined by The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Edinburgh and The Duchess of Gloucester, spent time with extraordinary veterans who served in the Second World War in the Pacific,” the statement said. It added that this year marked the eightieth anniversary of VJ Day, which effectively brought the conflict to a close.
The King also met again with Yavar Abbas, the 105-year-old veteran who became known for saluting him at a previous VJ Day service during his cancer treatment.
The Duke of Sussex, who served in the British Army, was not mentioned in the post. His emotional essay for Remembrance Day, published last week, stated that “Britain is, and always will be, the country I proudly served and fought for”.
The statement did not reference Anne, Catherine or Duchess Sophie either. Anne is carrying out duties in Australia and Singapore, with her work acknowledged separately. Duchess Sophie is currently visiting South America, and Catherine led the Armistice Day service at the National Memorial Arboretum.
