The first Remembrance Sunday after the Queen’s passing saw a large turnout of the British royal family.
The Prince and Princess of Wales, the Earl and Countess of Wessex, and Princess Anne all took part in the solemn ceremony, which was presided over by King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla.
Prince Harry, another royal, also made a touching appearance across the pond.
Unexpected onlookers in Hawaii caught a glimpse of Harry, 38, as he visited the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor on Friday. To observe Veterans Day and Remembrance Day, he paid a personal visit.
Harry appeared to be going on his own for the outing, as Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet were not present. He was dressed smartly in a suit.
However, he took the time to speak with the families who were also at the memorial that day.
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Harry’s outing fell on Veterans Day in the US, which is observed every year on November 11 at the same time as Remembrance Day in the UK. Veterans Day, which began at the end of World War I, is a federal holiday in the United States that honors military veterans of the American armed forces.
Prince Harry served as a Captain in the British Army, so he has a special affection for the Remembrance Day holiday. The Duke served in the military for ten years, serving twice in Afghanistan’s front lines.
To commemorate the occasion, Harry and Meghan posted a touching message on their Archewell website.
It said: “We pay tribute to servicemen and women around the world on this Veterans Day and Remembrance Day.
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“These courageous men and women, along with their families, have given a great deal and are the epitome of duty and service.
“The Invictus Games Foundation, The Mission Continues, Team Rubicon, Scotty’s Little Soldiers, and The Greatest GENERATIONS Foundation are just a few of the organizations we are proud to partner with to support veterans and military families. I appreciate your service, both now and always.”
