{"id":417835,"date":"2026-05-08T10:47:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T10:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/417835\/"},"modified":"2026-05-08T10:47:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T10:47:15","slug":"princess-anne-makes-glamorous-appearance-to-mark-royal-milestone-royal-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/417835\/","title":{"rendered":"Princess Anne makes glamorous appearance to mark royal milestone | Royal | News"},"content":{"rendered":"

Princess Anne carried out a formal engagement in London<\/a> on Wednesday as she attended a ceremonial gun salute marking the third anniversary of the coronation of King Charles III<\/a> and Queen Camilla<\/a>. The princess arrived by horse and carriage at Hyde Park and wore a long red peacoat. The statement red coat is one that she has owned for at least 26 years.<\/p>\n

She has famously worn it to numerous high-profile events over the decades, including the Christmas<\/a> Day service at Sandringham as far back as 2000, and more recently, on Christmas Day 2025.<\/p>\n

Soldiers of the King\u2019s Troop Royal Horse Artillery carried out a precisely timed 41-gun royal salute at midday in a carefully choreographed display of military tradition. 71 horses drew First World War-era field guns into position across Hyde Park, creating a striking scene of pageantry and precision ahead of the ceremonial firing.<\/p>\n

A military band performed in advance of the firing<\/p>\n

\"Gun<\/p>\n

A band from the Irish Guards performed a programme of popular pieces and traditional marches from late morning, drawing spectators toward the saluting position near the Joy of Life fountain in Hyde Park.<\/p>\n

Shortly before midday, 71 horses pulling six First World War-era field guns moved into the park in formation. Riders from the King\u2019s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, wearing gold-braided uniforms and busby hats, brought the guns into position before the horses were led away.<\/p>\n

On command, the 41-gun royal salute began. Six guns fired in sequence at intervals of around ten seconds until all rounds had been discharged. Each shot produced a flash and a loud report, with smoke visible across the park.<\/p>\n

After the final round, Princess Anne carried out an inspection of the regiment. The review comes ahead of a series of upcoming ceremonial duties, including participation in the State Opening of Parliament.<\/p>\n

The Honourable Artillery Company also performed a 62-gun royal salute at the Tower of London at 1pm.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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