Reason Prince Harry and Prince Andrew did not salute as they passed the cenotaph during Queen's procession
ok.co.ukAs the Queen’s coffin made its way to Westminster Hall from Buckingham Palace with the Royal Family in tow, many noticed that Prince Harry and Prince Andrew failed to salute during the late monarch's coffin procession.
It’s since come to light that the two royals were reportedly forbidden from saluting, and were told to bow their heads to show their respect instead.This comes because Harry and Andrew were not in military uniform, unlike the likes of Princess Anne, Prince William and King Charles III.The pair wore morning suits for the sad affair rather than uniform as they are no longer working royals.
In addition to this, Prince Andrew was stripped of his military titles last year but retained his rank as a Vice Admira. In light of the Duke of Sussex being banned from wearing his military uniform, fans of his hit out at the odd rule and insisted that the 37 year old had “every right” to wear one as he served his country for ten years.
One person wrote passionately on Twitter: "#PrinceHarry has earned his medals. He served for 10 years, undertaking two tours in Afghanistan.
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