U.S. President Donald Trump arrived at Windsor ahead of the state banquet, hosted in his honor at the royal residence. The president and the First Lady, Melania, were personally welcomed as they disembarked from the Marine One helicopter by the Prince and Princess of Wales.
During the cordial reception, the couples exchanged pleasantries with one particular phrase seemingly spoken by the U.S. President that demonstrated just how familiar he feels with the Royal Family.
According to lip reader Nicola Hickling, the initial six words the U.S. President said to the Prince of Wales were: “Hello, my friend, how are ya?” reports Daily Express UK. The visit came amid health fears for Trump, following an alarming TV appearance.
Speaking on behalf of Covers, Ms. Hickling also observed Mr. Trump gave the heir to the throne a friendly pat on the arm as their handshake concluded. This could be viewed as a violation of royal protocol, as visitors are expected only to shake hands or bow to royals.
Nevertheless, it is doubtful that the Prince of Wales objected to the amicable gesture, not only because it was minimal but also because he does not seem to be as rigid as earlier generations regarding such customs. The expert also informed the Express that the U.S. President’s initial words to Princess Kate were: “Hello, this is a relief.”
Eighty soldiers from the House Cavalry Mounted Regiment formed the Sovereign’s Escort, accompanying the carriages, with the Life Guards in their red tunics and white plumed helmets and Blues and Royals in their blue tunics and red plumes.
The processional route, closed to the public, was lined by 22 half-companies of personnel from the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines, the British Army, and the Royal Air Force.
After a day filled with pageantry around the Windsor Estate, the monarch will host Mr. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump along with an additional 160 guests.
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