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The Princess of Wales Marks ANZAC Day at the Cenotaph and Westminster Abbey

The Princess of Wales Marks ANZAC Day at the Cenotaph and Westminster Abbey

The Princess of Wales marked ANZAC Day by attending ceremonies at the Cenotaph and Westminster Abbey.

This morning she took part in the Wreath Laying and Parade Service at the Cenotaph in Whitehall.

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Anzac Day commemorates the anniversary of the 1915 Gallipoli landings in World War I, serving as a moment to honor members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who lost their lives in conflict and all those who have served. 

The Cenotaph is a national war memorial, meaning “empty tomb,” and where the British royal family commemorates Remembrance Day every November.  

And from The Telegraph’s story

More than 11,000 Australians and New Zealanders lost their lives in the Gallipoli campaign, which saw trench warfare, heat and disease inflict a toll as the Allies tried to take control of the Turkish straits against the forces of the Ottoman Empire.

The Princess placed a wreath on behalf of the King.

The card, signed “Catherine and William,” reads, “In memory of the Australian and New Zealand soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.” 

Another view. 

We return to The Telegraph’s coverage

Rev Dr Lyndon Drake recited from The Fallen by English poet Laurence Binyon: “They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; age shall not weary them nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.”

Here is another angle.

Military personnel at the Cenotaph.

A look at some of those participating in the parade.

Another photo from the ceremony at the Cenotaph. 

There was quite a sizable crowd at this morning’s ceremony. 

A video posted by Kensington Palace covering the Cenotaph events. 

Earlier today, the Princess Royal joined members of the Australian and New Zealand Armed Forces at a solemn ANZAC Day ceremony at Wellington Arch in Hyde Park.

After the Cenotaph commemorations concluded, the Princess of Wales headed to Westminster Abbey, where she was greeted by the Canon Rector, Reverend Mark Birch.

A quick video of the Princess arriving. 

She attended the annual Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving

More from the Abbey’s website

At the start of the service, the flags of New Zealand, Australia, the Republic of Türkiye, and the United Kingdom were borne through the Abbey Church and placed in the Sacrarium.

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Gill

Saturday 25th of April 2026

Stunning I thought it may be AM. Pure perfection. I wonder what she’ll wear for Trooping the Colour- I’m actually hoping it’ll be a re-wear. Maybe the coat she wore to name the ship?

maggie

Saturday 25th of April 2026

Catherine looks lovely! I love a colour block coat dress and navy and white is my favourite combination. Now if it was me, I would have 2 inches cut off the her hair, 6 inches off the dress, and get rid of the tanzanite necklace.

CAWI

Saturday 25th of April 2026

Perfection! She looked beautiful and more importantly, spot on for the occasion. Navy and white tailoring always looks so fresh.

Theresa

Saturday 25th of April 2026

The coat and hat are lovely, but I do wish the Princess would wear hosiery with such formal tailored outfits. Sheer navy tights would have made this ensemble spectacular.

Karen

Saturday 25th of April 2026

A very nice, crisp look for the occasion, but I continue to strongly dislike the lengths of her coats and dresses. They are not the most flattering length on her, and she doesn't need to follow fashion trends in hemlines. Four to six inches could be taken off this and be more in proportion for her. Also think an updo would have been appropriate for such a formal occasion.

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