Senior working members of the British royal family stepped out for Remembrance Day to honour the service and sacrifice of those who died in World War I and II. But a notable absence was the three children of Prince William and Princess Catherine.
The solemn event was led by King Charles, joined by his wife Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Princess Anne, and lastly, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh.
“Honouring all those who have served, and continue to serve, in defence of our freedom,” an Instagram post on Prince William and Princess Catherine’s account read. “On Remembrance Sunday, we remember those who gave their lives in service,and reflect on the lasting impact of their sacrifice.
“We remember them today and always. Lest we forget,” it concluded.
The Remembrance Day event was held at the Cenotaph in London where His Majesty led the nation in a two-minute silence, and laid a wreath. The 77-year-old marched past 10,000 armed forces veterans, which included 12 World War II veterans.
Watching from a balcony above the Cenotaph in the Foreign Office, Princess Catherine and Queen Camilla wore three poppies.
Why the pair choose to wear a trio remains a common question among royal watchers. However, it is believed to symbolise The British Army, The Royal Navy, and The Royal Air Force – three primary branches in which they hold multiple senior honorary military roles.
Standing above everyone, some have also questioned why Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis didn’t accompany their parents despite attending other historic events. Participating in such a somber event like Remembrance Day is strictly reserved for senior working members of the British royal family, according to Hello! Magazine.
Yet, at just 12 years old, Prince George accompanied his mother to the Royal Air Force’s Coningsby station for Armed Forces Day, where they honoured the “service and sacrifice” of those who have and continue to serve.
Considering Prince George is heir to the throne, he will undoubtedly make an appearance sometime in the future. His father didn’t appear at Remembrance Day until he was 22 years old back in 2004. Therefore, it could be another 9 years until the young Prince pays his respects.
