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- ABC News
- June 17, 2017
Royal children steal the show - again - at queen’s 91st birthday celebration
The British royal family celebrated in London on Saturday.
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The annual Trooping the Colour ceremony took a more somber tone this morning, with a moment of silence and Queen Elizabeth issuing a special message one day after she and Prince William visited the survivors of the Grenfell Tower fire, and just weeks after the terror attacks in London and Manchester. At least 30 people died in the West London fire, with more fatalities expected to be announced.
The Queen and The Duke of Cambridge also met members of the emergency services at Westway Sports Centre in London. pic.twitter.com/9m8j4wQjwF
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) June 16, 2017
\"Today is traditionally a day of celebration. This year, however, it is difficult to escape a very sombre national mood.\" The Buckingham Palace statement issued by Queen Elizabeth said: \"In recent months, the country has witnessed a succession of terrible tragedies. As a nation, we continue to reflect and pray for all those who have been directly affected by these events.\"
With Prince Philip recently announcing his retirement, this may be one of the last events the Duke of Edinburgh will play such a prominent role. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip's carriage led the procession with Prince Harry, Princess Kate and Camilla, The Duchess of Cornwall, following in the second carriage.
Members The Royal Family including The Duchess of Cornwall & The Duchess of Cambridge attend The Trooping at Horse Guards Parade in London. pic.twitter.com/XgHg2ehEeW
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) June 17, 2017
Prince William, Royal colonel of the Irish Guards, and Prince Charles rode on horseback with their regiments.
Trooping the Colour dates back to 1748 started by King George II, whose birthday was in November. A decision was made to have an official birthday celebration for the monarch's birthday during a warmer weather season. Queen Elizabeth's actual birthday is April 21.
More than 1400 troops and 200 horses took part in the procession, with the monarch inspecting the troops and taking the salute at Horseguards Parade before returning back to Buckingham Place, where the royal family joined Queen Elizabeth on the balcony for the Royal Air Force flypast.
This year’s Trooping the Colour took on special significance, as the country mourned those who recently died and celebrated the heroism of others.
“During recent visits in Manchester and London, I have been profoundly struck by the immediate inclination of people throughout the country to offer comfort and support to those in desperate need,” Queen Elizabeth wrote in her message.
Today, the country showed their resilience and paid tribute to their beloved monarch, but also to all of those affected by the terror attacks and the Grenfell Tower fire.
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