So shocking! This Thursday, June 2, London lives to the rhythm of the celebrations of the platinum jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II who celebrates her 70 years on the throne. As a military parade was underway towards Buckingham Palace, protesters managed to emerge from the crowds to get in the way of the Royal Guards. They were quickly arrested.
Elizabeth II’s platinum jubilee must be an opportunity for the British to share a moment of celebration in a joyful atmosphere as London is adorned with waving flags and hosts most of the celebrations. Yes, but now, a few bad guys have decided to come and put a grain of sand in this well-oiled day.
This Thursday, June 2, the first big day of celebration, it is above all the traditional parade called Trooping the Color which was the main entertainment. More than 1,500 soldiers and musicians from the British army parade through the streets of the capital, going to Buckingham Palace where the sovereign is to appear on the balcony twice. This military parade, with musicians and horses, is a tradition that goes back more than two centuries. While Her Majesty’s soldiers were launched on The Mall, a few meters from the residence of the monarch – who however now lives in Windsor – a first man emerged from the crowd, coming to stand on the ground, a paper stretched out in his hand. Three other people then tumbled in their turn, also provided with signs with the message for the time not identified.
As related by DailyMailnot less than seven people were arrested manu militari by the London police. These thugs jumped over the security barriers to disrupt the parade. The Queen’s soldiers were able to continue on their way without even slowing down – and they would not have hesitated to step on them – thanks to the ultra-fast intervention of the men of the Metropolitan Police. This incident fortunately occurred before the return of the aisle by Prince Charles, Prince William and Princess Anne, active participants of Trooping the Color.
This day of celebration remains widely shared by the whole world. Even French President Emmanuel Macron shared a message for Elizabeth II. “You are the golden thread that binds our two countries, proof of the unfailing friendship between our nations. You have been a constant presence and a source of wisdom for the leaders of our two countries. You are our friend, our close ally, our example of service to others. To celebrate you today is to celebrate the sincere and deep friendship that unites our two countries and your devotion to serve it. Your Majesty, I have the privilege of addressing to You, in the name of the French people, my most sincere congratulations on Your platinum jubilee.“, did he declare.
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