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.
