Prince George, 12, Joins Mom Kate Middleton in Surprise First Appearance at Festival of Remembrance

In keeping with tradition, Princess Kate and Prince George wore dark ensembles accented with red poppy pins — the enduring symbol of remembrance. The poppy, inspired by John McCrae’s 1915 poem “In Flanders Fields,” has been worn since 1921 to honor those who lost their lives in war.

The Princess of Wales chose a black Alessandra Rich dress with a white lace statement collar, paired with pearl and diamond earrings that once belonged to Queen Elizabeth. She completed the look with a brooch featuring the insignia of HMS Glasgow, the Royal Navy ship she officially named in May.

Members of the royal family will gather again tomorrow for the National Service of Remembrance, also known as Remembrance Sunday, at The Cenotaph war memorial in London.

On Tuesday, Nov. 11, Princess Kate will mark Armistice Day by visiting the National Memorial Arboretum and attending their Service of Remembrance. She will join other visitors in observing a two-minute moment of silence at 11 a.m. and lay a wreath at the Armed Forces Memorial in memory of all those who have served, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Meanwhile, other royals — including the King, Queen and Prince William — are set to attend a reception at Windsor Castle for veterans who served in World War II on Tuesday.