The King and Queen appeared to be moved to tears as they paid tribute to the 'courage and service' of veterans at commemorations for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. At an event in Portsmouth, the King said it was 'our duty' to ensure the 'sacrifice' made by the wartime generation in 'replacing tyranny with freedom' was never forgotten.
He wore medals during his address, including the Great Master of The Most Honourable Order of the Bath around his neck, Golden, Diamond and Platinum Jubilee medals and a coronation medal. Dame Helen Mirren formally introduced the event at around 11am, where she praised the bravery of the veterans in attendance.
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