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William and Catherine to mark Armistice Day

William and Catherine to mark Armistice Day

Summary

William and Catherine, the Prince and Princess of Wales, will participate in events to mark Armistice Day. Catherine will attend a service in Staffordshire, while William will send a message to children about the importance of remembrance. Later, they will join a reception at Windsor Castle to honor veterans from World War II.

Key Facts

  • Catherine, Princess of Wales, will attend an Armistice Day service in Staffordshire.
  • The service includes a two-minute silence to remember those who died in wars.
  • Prince William will deliver a video message about the importance of remembrance to students across the UK.
  • His message highlights the values of empathy, resilience, and responsibility.
  • The Staffordshire event will feature a poem called "A Sonnet For Us All" by Arji Manuelpillai.
  • Later, William, along with other royals, will attend a reception at Windsor Castle honoring WWII veterans, especially those who served in the Pacific.
  • The Windsor Castle event is part of the 80th-anniversary commemorations of VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day).

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