Troops from the Coldstream Guards and the French Republican Guard exchanged duties at iconic landmarks to celebrate 120 years since the Entente Cordiale. The ceremonies took place at the Élysée Palace in Paris and Buckingham Palace in London.
The Entente Cordiale, signed 120 years ago, aimed to improve diplomatic ties between France and the UK, settling colonial disputes. This ceremonial troop swap symbolized the enduring importance of this historic agreement.
French President Emmanuel Macron attended the ceremony in Paris, highlighting the significance of the event. In London, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh represented King Charles, who was absent due to ongoing cancer treatment, underscoring the diplomatic gesture's importance.
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