King Charles III visit live updates: Charles, Camilla say goodbye to Trumps at White House
Charles and Camilla are currently in the United States, where they are spending some of their final hours paying tribute to fallen soldiers and honoring the military alliance between the U.K. and the United States at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
During their visit to Arlington National Cemetery, King Charles placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to honor unidentified soldiers who lost their lives in combat. Queen Camilla placed a posy next to the wreath as a sign of respect.
The royal couple received a 21-gun salute upon their arrival at the cemetery. It is worth noting that among the 400,000 veterans buried at Arlington National Cemetery, thirty-two British Commonwealth soldiers are also laid to rest there. This highlights the strong bond between the United Kingdom and the United States in honoring and remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their countries.
In addition to paying tribute to fallen soldiers, King Charles and Queen Camilla visited the Canadian Cross of Sacrifice, a monument dedicated to the more than 40,000 U.S. citizens and residents who volunteered for the Canadian Expeditionary Force and lost their lives during the First World War. This visit further underscores the shared history and sacrifices made by both countries in times of conflict.
The solemn and respectful gestures made by the royal couple at Arlington National Cemetery serve as a reminder of the enduring friendship and partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States. Their visit is a poignant reminder of the importance of honoring and remembering those who have served and sacrificed for their countries.
