Trooping of the Colour: What exactly is it and why do the royals celebrate it each year?
In honour of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, we take a look back at the rich history of the event in all its amazing fanfare and glory.
Due to the pandemic, Trooping the Colour was a much smaller parade took place at Windsor Castle in 2020. Several members of the castle staff and groundsmen were also spotted watching the parade take place from the windows!
(Images: BBC/Twitter/Getty)In 2019, the then one-year-old Prince Louis managed to steal the entire show with his gorgeous frantic waving from the balcony - already a natural!
(Image: Getty)Of course, the same year marked a very exciting appearance from Duchess Meghan, who had just given birth to her son, Archie.
(Image: Getty)2018 was a big year as it was Meghan's first appearance on the balcony.
(Image: getty)Never forget this cheeky moment when Savannah Phillips put her hand over Prince George's mouth.
(Image: Getty)Little Charlotte wasn't too happy!
(Image: Getty)The Cambridges were a balcony highlight in 2017.
(Image: Getty)While Catherine and Charlotte were princess perfection...
(Image: Getty)Prince George had his family in giggles with his unimpressed demeanor.
(Image: Getty)In 2016, Princess Charlotte got in on the timeless tradition as the newest balcony inductee.
(Image: Getty)Cheeky as ever, the royal siblings stole the show.
(Image: Getty)The pageantry and spectacle played out in front of millions across the globe.
(Image: Getty)George is astounded by the RAF flypast.
(Image: Getty)Prince Harry can relate to his young nephew's boredom.
(Image: Getty)In 2016, our favourite Prince rocks his dad's outfit, from Prince Harry's christening.
(Image: Getty)In 2015, gorgeous George made his balcony debut at the historical event!
(Image: Getty)The royal cutie stole thousands of hearts when he gave this wave.
(Image: Getty)In honour of Queen Elizabeth's birthday the annual tradition of the Trooping the Colour ceremony - we will see all our favourite royals enjoying the spectacular event.
(Image: Getty)Hats off to Duchess Catherine, who always looks elegant at the celebrations.
(Image: Getty)The royals all ride in carriages to the event.
(Image: Getty)The big day is a celebration to each British monarch's official birthday, although Her Majesty's actual birth date is April 21.
(Image: Getty)It is carried out by fully trained troops from the Household Division (Foot Guards and Household Cavalry) on Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall.
(Image: Getty)It is expected that over 1,400 officers, 400 musicians and 200 horses in tow, the Queen is paraded in a carriage from Buckingham Palace to Horse Guards Parade across St. James's Park to inspect her troops, receive a royal salute and take a salute of her own.
(Image: Getty)Duchess Catherine and Prince William always have a blast during the spectacular proceedings.
(Image: Getty)The Buckingham Palace balcony is the place to be. You can expect to see all your royals enjoying their day from there.
(Image: Getty)We can't help but notice how much Duchess Catherine reminds us of her mother-in-law, Princess Diana.
(Image: Getty)Both of the beautiful royals always make the kid feel at ease at the event.
(Image: Getty)Harry, Kate and William share a laugh at the 2011 ceremony. Watch Charlotte charm the crowds in the next slide. Gallery continues...
(Image: Getty)A young William and Harry lark about, much to the delight of their parents and grandparents.
(Image: Getty)Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip on horseback in 1965, while Princess Anne shows off her impressive equestrian skills.
(Image: Getty)The event is the perfect opportunity for the young royals to get involved.
(Image: Getty)Just like her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana, Kate knows how to step up her style.
vPrince Harry was cheeky from the beginning.
(Image: Getty)The Queen, the Queen Mother and Princess Diana watch on intently.
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