U.S. President Donald Trump joined King Charles on a ceremonial carriage ride around Windsor Castle on Wednesday, marking the start of a pageantry-filled state visit that will take place entirely out of public view.
Mr. Trump and the King led the procession in the Irish State Coach, a gold-trimmed four-horse carriage used by the Royal Family on ceremonial occasions. Four other carriages followed carrying Melania Trump, Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and nine other U.S. officials. The short route was lined by more than 1,300 soldiers and three military bands, which played the national anthems of both countries.
The Trumps will enjoy a full day of pomp at the castle with the King and Queen. Their agenda includes a visit to the tomb of Qu