Sombre Camilla Lays Down Wooden Cross Ahead of Remembrance Day
Queen Camilla paid her respects to the fallen in a solemn ceremony at Westminster Abbey’s Field of Remembrance. The event, held annually in tribute to those who lost their lives in combat, took place on the lawn of St Margaret’s Church, where 250 memorial plots are arranged to honour the sacrifices of the armed forces.
The ceremony was organised by the Poppy Factory, with which Her Majesty, aged 78, serves as a patron. Dressed in a blue Fiona Clare coat dress and a red beret reflecting the uniform of The Royal Lancers, Camilla attended the service with quiet dignity.
“The regiment carries a special personal connection for Camilla, as her late father Major Bruce Shand MC and Bar served with the 12th Lancers during World War Two.”
Major Bruce Shand earned the Military Cross for his bravery in combat, a legacy that continues to hold deep meaning for the Queen. As part of tradition, she placed a wooden remembrance cross in the memorial field, an act performed by many visitors before Armistice Day on 11 November.
- Visitors can purchase remembrance crosses in various shapes, representing different faiths.
- Camilla spoke warmly with veterans, serving members of the military, and other attendees.
- She was also seen sharing a light moment with a dog brought along to the event.
Queen Camilla’s composed demeanor and thoughtful gestures underlined the significance of remembrance and respect for those who sacrificed their lives in service.
Author’s summary:
Queen Camilla honored fallen soldiers at Westminster Abbey’s Field of Remembrance, laying a cross and reflecting on her family’s deep military legacy before Armistice Day.
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