Kate Middleton's First Royal Appearance with Prince William

Kate Middleton and Prince William celebrated St. David's Day, a Welsh national holiday.

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Prince William visited the Welsh Guards for the first time since becoming ceremonial Colonel.

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The ceremony ended with Prince Charles saluting the troops as they marched by.

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William and Kate met regiment families and 5th Royal Australian Regiment (5RAR) personnel in the United Kingdom.

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This is similar to Kate's annual St. Patrick's Day duty.

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The royal couple's Wales-themed week included the event.

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Wales is dear to William and Kate because it is where they lived as newlyweds and first-time parents.

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