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Princess of Wales hugs George Cross hero at Queen Elizabeth II centenary
- The Princess of Wales hugged Tony Gledhill, a George Cross recipient, at a Queen Elizabeth II centenary event at Buckingham Palace.
- Tony Gledhill, 88, received the George Cross in 1966 for pursuing armed criminals and was part of the event’s highlights.
- The event was part of a Buckingham Palace tribute weekend for Queen Elizabeth II’s centenary with 190 attendees.
- King Charles III opened the event with references to his late mother and her legacy.
- The royal family and charities attended, underscoring the queen’s charitable patronages.
- The event featured a personal touch with birthday cards from the King.
- The Daily Star covered the event with emphasis on the tender moment and royal tributes.
- The report notes that Gledhill’s actions in 1966 involved a police car being fired upon during pursuit.
- The event marked a moment of unity among royal family members and charitable organizations.
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