Moreover, it was no ordinary visit – Catherine has taken over from her husband William the title of colonel of the Irish Guards Regiment, which she wanted to celebrate with the soldiers of the Irish Guards.
The high-born couple came to visit the soldiers in the barracks, where everyone enjoyed a friendly St. Patrick’s Day beer called “Guinness”.
Kate, 41, wore a turquoise coat to match the colors of the 1st Battalion of the Irish Guards. Before visiting the soldiers, the couple gave speeches at the barracks in Aldershot.
During her emotional speech, the princess said: “I really couldn’t be more proud to be standing here before you today. It really is a real honor to be your colonel. I’m here to listen, support and support you in everything you do – that’s a responsibility , which I do not take for granted”.
Meanwhile, William said being colonel of the Irish Guards had been one of the “greatest honors of my life”.
