Charles III journeys to France to commemorate D-Day.
Despite still receiving treatment for cancer, King Charles III has been making public appearances more often. He's even set to visit France in the coming weeks. Several members of the royal family will be celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy.
In the wake of his cancer diagnosis made public in February, King Charles III stopped attending many public events for several weeks. However, he continued to work and was eventually announced back in the public sphere at the end of April. Recently, Charles has been seen at various events, including upcoming trips to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy. Alongside Queen Camilla and Prince William, they plan to visit Portsmouth on June 5 for a national commemoration of D-Day.
On the very next day, June 6, the trio is projected to attend an event in Ver-sur-Mer, France. Organized by the Ministry of Defence and the Royal British Legion, the event also holds significance for Charles, as he is the patron of the organization.
Throughout these two days, other members of the royal family will have their own duties set aside. Princess Anne and her husband Sir Timothy Laurence will be attending a reception and memorial service in Normandy, also unveiling a statue and visiting a military cemetery in Bayeux, while Prince William plans to participate in a Canadian government commemoration in Courseulles-sur-Mer and a ceremony at Omaha Beach. Additionally, Edward and his wife Sophie will be present at a memorial service in Staffordshire.
While King Charles III continues his treatment for cancer, these public commitments showcase his resilience in carrying out his royal obligations.
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Source: www.ntv.de
