Kate Middleton Makes Royal Debut with Prince William

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They honored the Welsh Guards in Windsor during the St. David's Day Parade.

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

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At a customary St. David's Day march, William & Kate gave the regiment's commanders & guardsmen leeks.

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The ceremony ended with the Prince of Wales taking the royal salute as the troops marched past.

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William and Kate then met regiment families and 5th Royal Australian Regiment (5RAR) personnel in the U.K.

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This event mirrors the duty that Kate carries out most years on St. Patrick's Day.

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The event was part of a Wales-themed week for the royal couple.

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William and Kate have a special connection to Wales as it's where they lived as newlyweds and first-time parents.

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