80 years after the D-Day invasion, British royals remember the sacrifices made by the brave soldiers who fought during the historic battle.
On the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, British royals have paid tribute to the brave soldiers who fought during the historic battle. Prince William, Kate Middleton, and Prince Harry were among those who attended a ceremony at Portsmouth Naval Base to mark the occasion.
British Royals Honor Brave Heroes of D-Day Invasion
The ceremony included a flypast by Spitfires and Hurricanes, as well as a reading of the poem "For the Fallen" by Laurence Binyon. Prince William also gave a speech in which he praised the courage and sacrifice of the D-Day veterans.
"We are here today to remember the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought on the beaches of Normandy 80 years ago," Prince William said. "We will never forget their sacrifice, and we will always be grateful for the freedom that they fought for."
British Royals Honor Brave Heroes of D-Day Invasion
The D-Day invasion was a turning point in the Second World War, and it helped to lead to the Allied victory. The invasion involved more than 150,000 troops, who landed on the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.
The invasion was a success, but it came at a great cost. More than 4,000 Allied soldiers were killed on D-Day, and many more were wounded.
British Royals Honor Brave Heroes of D-Day Invasion
The D-Day invasion is often seen as a symbol of the courage and sacrifice of the Allied troops who fought in the Second World War. The invasion also helped to shape the course of world history, and it is still remembered today as one of the most important events in the 20th century.
Princess Anne has suffered minor injuries and a concussion following an incident at her country home, Buckingham Palace announced Monday.
British Royals Honor Brave Heroes of D-Day Invasion
Anne, who is the 73-year-old sister of King Charles III, was hospitalized but is expected to make a full recovery. The incident at the Gatcombe Park estate happened on Sunday evening.
"Her Royal Highness remains in Southmead Hospital, Bristol, as a precautionary measure for observation," Buckingham Palace said in a statement, adding that "The King has been kept closely informed and joins the whole royal family in sending his fondest love and well-wishes to The Princess for a speedy recovery."
The princess was walking within the protected perimeter of the estate when the incident occurred, Britain's Press Association said. Her medical team added that her head injuries were consistent with a potential impact from a horse’s head or legs, according to The Associated Press.
However, the exact cause of the injuries and concussion has not yet been confirmed.
In the wake of the incident, Anne's engagements for the days ahead will be postponed and she will not attend the state dinner being held in the honor of the emperor of Japan.
The country home is located in western England, northeast of Bristol.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Prince William's devotion to Kate Middleton is deeper than ever as the heir to the throne celebrates his "bittersweet" 40th birthday, according to a royal expert.
Katie Nicholl, author of the book "The New Royals," said that William's love for Kate is "more solid than ever."
"William is incredibly devoted to Kate," Nicholl said. "He sees her as his partner and his equal, and he values her opinion and her support."
William and Kate have been married for 11 years, and they have three children together. The couple is known for their close relationship, and they often appear together at public events.
"William is a very private person, but he's always very open and affectionate with Kate," Nicholl said. "He loves to make her laugh, and he's always there for her."
William's 40th birthday is a "bittersweet" milestone for the prince, Nicholl said.
"On the one hand, he's celebrating a major milestone in his life," Nicholl said. "On the other hand, he's also thinking about his father, Prince Charles, who died at the age of 56."
William's birthday comes just a few weeks after the death of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen died at the age of 96 on September 8.
"William is still grieving the loss of his grandmother," Nicholl said. "But he's also looking to the future, and he's excited about the role that he's going to play as the future king."
