The Duke of Cambridge at the Thistle Ceremony, St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh, Scotland, Britain – 05 Jul 2012. Photo Credit: Tim Rooke / Rex Features
The Duke of Cambridge, Earl of Strathearn, was installed as a Knight of the Thistle in Edinburgh today (5 July), in a service that included prayers, readings, and hymns.
William entered the Thistle Chapel in his ceremonial gown just shy of 11 am, reports the Press Association.
The Queen said: “It is our pleasure that His Royal Highness the Prince William, Earl of Strathearn, be installed a Knight of the most ancient and most noble Order of the Thistle.”
Dean of the Thistle, Rev Gilleasbuig Macmillan, headed the installation ceremony.
The Duchess of Cambridge joined the Duke at St Giles Cathedral on July 05, 2012 in Edinburgh, England. Photo Credit: Michael Dunlea / Barcroft Media
Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh, the Princess Royal, and the Duke of Cambridge are pictured at the Thistle Service. Photo Credit: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire
Queen Elizabeth (R) leaving St Giles Cathedral after attending Thistle Service in Edinburgh. Photo Credit: REUTERS/David Moir
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