The Duchess of Edinburgh reads a message of remembrance from King Charles throughout a ceremony marking the eightieth anniversary of the Battle of Cassino in Italy.
Sophie, 59, was seen standing on a stage in entrance of a backdrop of leaves and studying out a message on the commemoration service at Cassino Conflict Cemetery.
In pictures posted on the Royal Household X (previously Twitter) account, the Duchess will be seen carrying a ravishing Susanna London gown depicting a painted panorama, and sharing a message from Her Majesty.
The message learn: 'Eighty years in the past, the Battle of Monte Cassino concluded with an Allied victory, opening the street to Rome and marking the start of the tip of the occupation of Italy.
'The actions of the brave women and men who achieved success right here have been very important in making potential the landings in Normandy a number of weeks later.
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh delivers a message of remembrance on behalf of King Charles in Italy on the eightieth anniversary of the Battle of Cassino
Sophie on the ceremony with World Conflict II veteran Jack Hern (centre) and British ambassador to Italy Lord Edward Llewellyn (left)
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh (left) talks with Polish Ambassador to Italy Anna Maria Anders (proper) throughout a ceremony marking the eightieth anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino
'On this eightieth anniversary, allow us to mirror on the immense sacrifices made by so many for freedom in Europe – that are maybe much more poignant right this moment.
'Allow us to bear in mind all those that took half on this marketing campaign, together with these Commonwealth personnel who by no means returned residence and are buried or remembered on the Cassino Conflict Cemetery. And allow us to additionally bear in mind the hardships, service and struggling of the Italian civilian inhabitants throughout this era.
'Gathering to pay homage to the martyrs on this hallowed floor reminds us that the rights and freedoms we get pleasure from right this moment have been achieved at a terrific value, and so they include nice obligations for us and for generations to return.
'Such a sacrifice can by no means be forgotten.
'On behalf of my spouse and myself, I ship particular heat needs and prayers on this solemn event of remembrance and remembrance.'
One other picture from the occasion reveals Duchess Sophie standing with World Conflict II veteran Jack Hern and Lord Edward Llewellyn, the British ambassador to Italy.
He was additionally seen shaking palms and chatting with Poland's ambassador to Italy, Anna Maria Anders, in the course of the ceremony.
The 2 have been engaged in pleasant dialog in entrance of navy officers and others current on the perform.
Sophie wore her hair in a ravishing, low-cut bun and accessorized with easy earrings as she delivered a strong message on behalf of the King.
Her look in Italy comes simply days after she and her husband, Prince Edward, grew to become the primary members of the royal household to go to the brand new memorial statue of Queen Elizabeth II, regardless of rain on Tuesday.
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have been on a go to to Oakham in Rutland, within the East Midlands.
The royal couple visited town's library, which now homes the primary memorial statue of the late Queen, Edward's mom, depicting her beloved corgis at her toes.
Every considered one of them regarded on the statue for a number of moments in silence and paid significant tribute to the late emperor.
A day later, the Duchess was seen in excessive spirits as she tried out an adaptive tricycle throughout a go to to Higher Manchester.
The royal household visited the Cheadle-based Seashell Belief, which gives help to youngsters and younger adults with complicated studying difficulties, disabilities and extra communication wants throughout the UK.
The Duchess delighted in talking to the Belief’s employees, college students, friends and kids, delighting the big crowds who got here to see her.
The mom of two regarded stylish in a white Aljuzara Indiana double-breasted blazer and Roland Mouret Ward patterned trousers.
