President Trump pays respects at the grave of the late Queen, expressing the visit as a significant honor, in a heartfelt tribute.
Donald Trump Visits St. George's Chapel During UK State Visit
During his state visit to the United Kingdom in June 2019, President Donald Trump paid a visit to the historic St. George's Chapel, located within Windsor Castle. The chapel, which serves as a place of worship for the sovereign and the royal family, is often at the heart of royal events.
Construction of the chapel began in 1475 by Edward IV and was completed under Henry VIII in 1528. The chapel is the Chapel of the Order of the Garter, the premier order of chivalry in England. Notably, the chapel contains the tombs of 11 monarchs, including the late Queen Elizabeth II, Henry VIII, and Charles I.
Upon entering the chapel, Mr. and Mrs. Trump spent around 10 minutes privately at the late monarch's final resting place, where they laid a wreath. Afterwards, they listened to a performance by some young members of the choir, who sang Vivaldi's Gloria.
During their tour of the centuries-old Gothic building, the president remarked, "a lot of history." Mr. Trump was shown the plate on the back of Sir Winston Churchill's former seat, denoting his membership of the order. The tour concluded with the Trumps taking a moment to appreciate the beautiful stained-glass windows and intricate architecture.
Prior to his visit, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who now live in the United States, had married in the chapel in 2018. Donald Trump had previously described Queen Elizabeth II as "a spectacular woman" and someone he had a good rapport with. However, it has been claimed that the monarch found Trump "very rude."
Interestingly, the chapel is also the venue for the traditional Order of the Garter ceremony, which takes place annually in June. During this event, royals who are Knights and Ladies of the Garter usually process in carriages from Windsor Castle's state apartments down the hill to the chapel, where they dress in their Garter robes - heavy blue velvet capes and black velvet hats with elaborate white ostrich plumes.
On the third anniversary of the late Queen's death, Prince Harry marked the occasion by privately laying flowers at her grave in St. George's Chapel a week before Mr. Trump's visit. During his visit, the president described the experience as "very special."
In summary, President Donald Trump's visit to St. George's Chapel during his state visit to the United Kingdom was a significant moment, marking a connection between the past and the present. The chapel, steeped in history and royal tradition, continues to be a focal point for important royal events and a testament to the rich heritage of the British monarchy.
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