The Prince and Princess of Wales Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Yesterday, Friday March 17, St.Patrick’s Day, the Prince and Princess of Wales were present at the 1st Battalion Irish Guards’ St. Patrick’s Day Parade held at Mons Barracks in Aldershot.
For the Princess it was the first parade since becoming Colonel of the Regiment while the Prince is outgoing Colonel.
The Princess of Wales presented the sprig of shamrock to Turlough Mὸr, the 17th Regimental Mascot of the Irish Guards.
After the presentation the Royal couple posed for the official group photos with officers and sergeants of the Irish Guards.
In a speech the Princess stated that “is a true honour to be your Colonel. I am here to listen to you, to support you, and to champion you in all you do – this is a responsibility I do not take lightly”.
The Prince in his speech stated “I’m incredibly sad to be giving this speech, as it really does mean my time as your Colonel has come to an end. It has been one of the great honours of my life to hold that title”.
Following the ceremony the Prince and the Princess attended a reception with the soldiers of the Irish Guard and their families.
The Princess wore a teal coat dress by Catherine Walker with matching pumps, clutch gloves, a Jane Taylor hat and a gold shamrock brooch.
The Prince wore the black frock coat of the Regiment’s uniform.

It is a true honour to be Colonel of the @irish_guards, whose enthusiasm, pride and dedication – plus boundless sense of humour – makes them so unique. pic.twitter.com/fl15zYjw5z

— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) March 17, 2023

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