Why do we have gun salutes for royal birthdays and occasions? Tradition explained
Gun salutes are often featured in Royal events. (Picture: HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)
King Charles III is celebrating his second Trooping the Colour as monarch today – June 15.
The occasion is marked by a parade through London to Buckingham Palace by the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, with the King and Queen set to inspect the troops from a horse-drawn carriage.
As is traditional, after taking the Royal Salute and inspecting the troops, the King will take to the...
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