King Charles and Queen Camilla Mark Remembrance Day Online
King Charles III and Queen Camilla updated their official social media profiles on November 5 to commemorate Remembrance Day. Their Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook pages now feature images reflecting the solemn spirit of the event.
Digital Tribute to the Armed Forces
Remembrance Day, observed on November 11, is the United Kingdom’s counterpart to Veterans Day in the United States. It honours the men and women who have served in the British Armed Forces. Each year, the King leads the national ceremony on Remembrance Sunday at the Cenotaph in London, joined by other members of the Royal Family.
A Modern Royal Tradition
In early November, the royal household customarily updates royal social media accounts to establish a respectful tone ahead of the ceremony. These digital tributes have grown into a meaningful tradition, remaining online for about a week.
This Year’s Visuals
This year's profile picture features King Charles and Queen Camilla at a Remembrance Day service in Ottawa, Canada, in 2009. The new cover photo on X and Facebook shows a close-up of red poppies, the enduring emblem of remembrance, along with the Royal Coat of Arms and the poignant phrase:
“Lest we forget.”
Participation of Other Royals
Prince William and Kate Middleton frequently join this tradition by changing their social media imagery for Remembrance Day, although they have not updated theirs yet this year.
Author’s Summary
The Royal Family continues its online tradition of honouring Remembrance Day, blending digital presence with timeless symbols of respect for the U.K.’s fallen heroes.