Five ways that Prince William and Kate Middleton emulated the Queen in…
This week marked the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s first official visit to Ireland after a three-day tour of the nation. In 2011, Prince William and Kate embarked on a historic trip that was followed by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh. Since Elizabeth’s grandfather, King George V, visited the region in 1911 when it was still a part of the United Kingdom, Her Majesty has become the first British monarch to set foot in what is now the Republic of Ireland.
The Queen’s visit was considered a success since she made important engagements at places like Croke Park’s Garden of Remembrance and discussed historical issues during a stirring speech at a state supper. William and Kate expressed their desire to “build a lasting friendship with the Irish people” before to their visit, and their trip has received a lot of positive feedback. HI! examines the manner in which the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge carried on the Queen’s legacy in Ireland.
On a tour, every little thing is considered, even the royals’ attire. Wearing green outfits upon their arrival in Ireland, the Queen and the Duchess of Cambridge honored the nation’s flag and national color. During their trips, there were further tributes to the nation. For example, Her Majesty wore a white dress to a state supper that was adorned with hand-sewn shamrocks, while Kate made her début wearing a shamrock necklace and pair of earrings.
During their visits, the Queen and the Cambridges stopped by the Garden of Remembrance to honor the men and women who lost their lives defending Irish independence from British rule. William and Kate participated in a wreath-laying ceremony, standing where the queen did in 2011, and bowed their heads in contemplation. “May we never forget the lessons of history as we continue to build a brighter future together,” was the inscription they signed on the wreath.
When he urged the UK and Ireland to “work together” to ensure the relationship remained strong post-Brexit, the Duke of Cambridge was echoing the words of his grandmother. Prince William also emphasized the royal family’s dedication to fortifying the relationship. He continued: “The changing relationship between the UK and the EU will require us to work together, to ensure that the relationship between Ireland and the UK remains just as strong.”
