Princess Eugenieis paying tribute to those who lost their lives in service.As the royal family attended aRemembrance Day ceremonyin London on Sunday, Eugenie, 29, posted a photo of aheartfelt noteshe’d written in honor of the solemn occasion.“We will always remember the enormous sacrifice so many gave today and everyday. We write to honor the fallen men and women from across the world that gave their lives so that we could be free,” she wrote, adding the postscript, “Lest we forget, Eugenie.”Thehandwritten note, which was also adorned withred poppies— the symbol of remembrance for World War I and veterans — began with a quote from English poet John Maxwell Edmonds, which was also written in her hand.“When you go home tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow we gave our today,” read the quote.David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty ImagesIn addition to the touching note, Eugenie also shared her post alongside several photos from the ceremony, including a photo that showed a group of veterans being pushed in wheelchairs beside a memorial covered in poppy wreaths.”Today we remember all those that gave the ultimate sacrifice #lestweforget,” she captioned the post.Meghan Markle, Prince Harry,Kate MiddletonandPrince Williamall attended the ceremony, which was held at the Cenotaph war memorial in London.Queen Elizabeth, Kate andCamilla, Duchess of Cornwallstood together at one balcony, while Meghanwatched from the balcony of another windowalongside Sophie, Countess of Wessex and Sir Timothy Laurence,Princess Anne‘s husband.As the balconies of each window are small, it’s nearly impossible to fit more than three or four women on eachCamilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Queen Elizabeth and Kate Middleton.Samir Hussein/WireImageSophie, Countess of Wessex, Meghan Markle and Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence.Kirsty O’Connor/PA Images via Getty ImagesDuring the ceremony, the Queen once again chose not to lay a wreath at the ceremony, instead handing the duty off to her son and heir,Prince Charles. The 93-year-old monarch followed this new tradition again, looking on at the proceedings as Charles offered tributes from his mother and himself.Meanwhile, William and Harry joined Prince Andrew in laying wreaths of poppies.Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage?Sign up for our newsletterto get the latest updates onKate Middleton,Meghan Markleand more!Prince Harry and Prince William.James Veysey/ShutterstockThe Queen’s retired husbandPrince Philip— who retired from public life in August of 2017 following 64 years of royal service — did not attend. An equerry laid a tribute on the 98-year-old royal’s behalf.
Princess Eugenieis paying tribute to those who lost their lives in service.
As the royal family attended aRemembrance Day ceremonyin London on Sunday, Eugenie, 29, posted a photo of aheartfelt noteshe’d written in honor of the solemn occasion.
“We will always remember the enormous sacrifice so many gave today and everyday. We write to honor the fallen men and women from across the world that gave their lives so that we could be free,” she wrote, adding the postscript, “Lest we forget, Eugenie.”
Thehandwritten note, which was also adorned withred poppies— the symbol of remembrance for World War I and veterans — began with a quote from English poet John Maxwell Edmonds, which was also written in her hand.
“When you go home tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow we gave our today,” read the quote.
David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images
In addition to the touching note, Eugenie also shared her post alongside several photos from the ceremony, including a photo that showed a group of veterans being pushed in wheelchairs beside a memorial covered in poppy wreaths.
”Today we remember all those that gave the ultimate sacrifice #lestweforget,” she captioned the post.
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry,Kate MiddletonandPrince Williamall attended the ceremony, which was held at the Cenotaph war memorial in London.
Queen Elizabeth, Kate andCamilla, Duchess of Cornwallstood together at one balcony, while Meghanwatched from the balcony of another windowalongside Sophie, Countess of Wessex and Sir Timothy Laurence,Princess Anne‘s husband.
As the balconies of each window are small, it’s nearly impossible to fit more than three or four women on each
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Queen Elizabeth and Kate Middleton.Samir Hussein/WireImage
Sophie, Countess of Wessex, Meghan Markle and Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence.Kirsty O’Connor/PA Images via Getty Images
During the ceremony, the Queen once again chose not to lay a wreath at the ceremony, instead handing the duty off to her son and heir,Prince Charles. The 93-year-old monarch followed this new tradition again, looking on at the proceedings as Charles offered tributes from his mother and himself.
Meanwhile, William and Harry joined Prince Andrew in laying wreaths of poppies.
Prince Harry and Prince William.James Veysey/Shutterstock
The Queen’s retired husbandPrince Philip— who retired from public life in August of 2017 following 64 years of royal service — did not attend. An equerry laid a tribute on the 98-year-old royal’s behalf.
source: people.com
