King Charles III pays tribute to British troops who died in Battle of Normandy

King Charles III visited northern France to honor 22,442 British troops who died in the Battle of Normandy. The youngest D-Day veterans are almost 100 years old now. The king lost his parents, who were World War II veterans, in the past three years. He thanked the men and women who bravely faced the test of war, ensuring freedom for the world. The king chose to focus on British soldiers' sacrifices due to his personal connection. His father, Prince Philip, served in the navy during the war, and his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, trained as a military driver and mechanic. The D-Day participants fought for the Crown, not just the government of the time. During the ceremony at the British Normandy Memorial, the king and French President Macron laid wreaths to honor the soldiers. The memorial opened on the 75th anniversary of D-Day in 2019. Veterans shared stories of bravery and loss, remembering their fallen comrades. The king expressed gratitude to the soldiers and paid respects to those who didn't make it. He acknowledged the importance of honoring their sacrifices and ensuring their bravery is never forgotten.