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Monaco Marks National Day as Princely Family Leads Ceremonies

The day ran from cathedral mass to palace honors to a military parade, culminating in a Josephine Baker tribute.

Overview

  • On 19 November the principality celebrated La Fête du Prince, an annual tradition set on the date established by Rainier III and retained by Albert II.
  • Charlène and Albert appeared visibly moved during the morning service at Notre-Dame-Immaculée, according to media reports.
  • After mass, a parade and medal presentations took place in the palace courtyard around 11:00, followed by a 11:30 weapons and military parade on the Place du Palais.
  • The balcony appearance drew cheers as ten-year-old twins Gabriella and Hereditary Prince Jacques took center stage, with Jacques singing the anthem in a Carabinier uniform.
  • Extended relatives including Princess Caroline of Hanover and Princess Stéphanie of Monaco joined the program, while the family was scheduled to attend a 19:00 tribute to Josephine Baker at the Grimaldi Forum.