Prince Edward arrives in US for special task assigned by King Charles

Prince Edward arrives in US for special task assigned by King Charles Duke of Edinburgh kicks of two-day royal tour after Buckingham Palace announcement Prince Edward appeared in good spirits as he arrived in the US to conduct a special series of engagements for a mission presented to him by King Charles. Buckingham Palace had confirmed last week earlier this week the Edward would be making a two-day trip to the US and arrive in Philadelphia on the morning of April 30. The 61-year-old received the honourable title of his late father, Prince Philip – Duke of Edinburgh – from his brother Charles after he had ascended to the throne.

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