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King Charles, Prince William, and Queen Camilla Host First Victoria Cross and George Cross Reception at Windsor Since 2006

The royal trio honored recipients of Britain's highest gallantry awards, marking a rare father-son collaboration and the revival of a long-standing royal tradition.

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Overview

  • King Charles III, Prince William, and Queen Camilla jointly hosted a reception at Windsor Castle for members of the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association on May 1, 2025.
  • This event marked the first reception for the association at Windsor Castle since 2006, reviving a tradition previously upheld by Queen Elizabeth II.
  • The reception included a formal group photograph in St George’s Hall and meetings with award recipients and their families in the Grand Reception Room.
  • King Charles serves as patron of the association, while Prince William, who became its president in 2024, continues the royal family's longstanding support for the organization.
  • The Victoria Cross and George Cross are the UK's highest honors for military and civilian bravery, awarded for exceptional valor and courage.