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Royals Bid Farewell to US with Visit to Arlington Cemetery
The royals honored the fallen and the UK-US military partnership after a 21-gun salute and a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
- On Thursday, King Charles III and Queen Camilla concluded their state visit by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, receiving a 21-gun salute upon arrival.
- The royals arrived in Washington on Monday for a four-day state visit celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain, emphasizing the enduring U.S.-United Kingdom relationship.
- Observers noted a diplomatic gaffe as the Union flag was displayed upside down during the ceremony, with Sky News correspondent Mark Stone calling it a "diplomatic gaffe" on social media.
- The King's tribute aimed to honor military sacrifice, contrasting with recent scrutiny over President Donald Trump's campaign visit to the cemetery's Section 60, which drew criticism from officials.
- Following the U.S. trip, the King will travel to Bermuda for his first royal visit to a British overseas territory as monarch before returning to the United Kingdom.
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C 58%
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