Princess of Wales Celebrated at Irish Guards Parade
King Charles III’s office marked a special occasion as Catherine returned to a
major royal event, celebrating the future Queen on St Patrick’s Day.
The Princess of Wales attended the Irish Guards’ St Patrick’s Day Parade at
Wellington Barracks, where she presented sprigs of shamrock and service
medals.
Buckingham Palace highlighted Catherine’s return with a statement on the royal
family’s official Instagram page, sharing images from the event. The post
read, “The Princess of Wales celebrates St Patrick’s Day!”
Detailing her participation, the Palace stated, “As Colonel of the
@IrishGuards, The Princess has met soldiers and veterans at Wellington
Barracks following their annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.”
The message continued, “Her Royal Highness presented traditional sprigs of
shamrock to the Officers and Guardsmen, who then issued them along the
ranks—even presenting one to Seamus, the Irish Wolfhound regimental mascot!”
Catherine appeared in high spirits as she joined the regiment for their
traditional parade, with troops from Number 9 and Number 12 Company, as well
as the Rear Operations Group, marching onto the parade square.
