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French Soldiers Make History Guarding Buckingham Palace with UK Troops

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British and French troops swap roles in a historic Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the Entente Cordiale anniversary.

French and British soldiers created a remarkable moment of unity and history as they swapped roles in the Changing of the Guards ceremonies at Buckingham Palace. In a unique celebration of the 120th anniversary of the Entente Cordiale, French troops stood guard at the iconic palace alongside their British counterparts, marking a significant milestone in Franco-British relations.

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh also played a special role, stepping in to observe the historic occasion as French soldiers stood guard at Buckingham Palace for the first time ever. The sight of French troops marching in sync with British soldiers was a symbol of the enduring friendship between the two nations.

Across the Channel, British soldiers reciprocated the gesture by marching at the Elysée Palace in Paris, while France's Gendarmerie's Garde Republicaine paraded at Buckingham Palace, showcasing the strong bond between the UK and France.

The joint parades and ceremonies exemplified the deep-rooted historical ties and shared values between the UK and France, with the 8th April anniversary serving as the highlight of a year-long program emphasizing the strong defense relationship between the two nations.

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British and French troops swapped roles to mark the 120th anniversary of the Entente Cordiale.

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While British soldiers marched at Elysée Palace in Paris, Gendarmerie's Garde Republicaine paraded the forecourt of Buckingham Palace.

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The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh inspected the soldiers from both nations who paraded together to celebrate 120 years of Entente Cordiale.

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