King Charles III and Queen Camilla undertook a four-day state visit to the United States to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and to highlight the close ties between the two countries. On the final day of the visit, the King and Queen concluded their stay in Washington, D.C., with an official farewell ceremony for President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump in the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House.
From the White House, the King and Queen travelled to Arlington National Cemetery, where they paid tribute to the fallen at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Covering more than 600 acres, Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place of more than 400,000 service members and their family members, as well as two former U.S. presidents. The cemetery also contains graves of members of the British Commonwealth.
Later, in the small town of Front Royal, Virginia, the King and Queen took part in a vibrant community celebration. They joined locals at a potluck gathering—a symbol of shared community—offering a British dish alongside contributions from neighbors and families. Meanwhile, Queen Camilla visited Smitten Farm to learn more about America’s horse racing industry and ongoing efforts to improve horse welfare.
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