Catherine, Princess of Wales, Named Honorary Colonel of Irish Guards

The Irish Guards have a new Honorary Colonel, and it's none other than Catherine, Princess of Wales.

The announcement comes just three months after she was given the title of Princess of Wales by King Charles III.

Catherine's husband, Prince William, held the same title more than ten years ago.

Catherine has been an active supporter of the Irish Guards since joining the royal family in 2011, and is known for wearing green during the St Patrick's Day procession to welcome the Guards.

Other enjoyable customs include a toast with Guinness and a visit by the Irish wolfhound regimental mascot Thurlow Moor, also known as Seamus.

But this new title holds a special significance for Catherine, as she is succeeding someone very dear to her heart – her husband, Prince William.

In 2011, Queen Elizabeth recognised Prince William as Honorary Colonel of the Irish Guards, just two months before his wedding to Catherine.

Now that Prince William has been given the title of Prince of Wales, King Charles has decided that he will serve as Colonel of the Welsh Guards.

The title of Colonel of the Grenadier Guards, which was taken away from Prince Andrew by his late mother, has been bestowed upon Queen Consort Camilla by the King.

Trooping the Colour, the first public celebration of King Charles' birthday, has also been announced by the Palace to take place on June 17, 2023, barely six weeks after his coronation on May 6.

Despite being born in November, King Charles will celebrate his birthday in June like his late mother, Queen Elizabeth, did because of the warmer weather.

This tradition began in 1748, under the reign of King George II, and has since become a celebrated event that honours both the monarch and the military services.

During Queen Elizabeth's reign, Trooping the Colour evolved into a prominent event that was enjoyed by millions of people all across the world.

The pomp and pageantry were brought to life through TV and later colour photos, showcasing the royal family in all their regal glory.

More than 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses, and 400 musicians will participate in the march, with several royals taking part in the parade on horses, while others will ride in carriages from Buckingham Palace to Horse Guards.

King Charles will then greet the crowd, and the royal family will assemble on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to view a flypast by Red Arrows and Royal Air Force aircraft.

As for Catherine, her new role as Honorary Colonel of the Irish Guards is a perfect fit.