It's so special - PRINCESS OF WALES AT THE CENOTAPH

THE Princess of Wales voiced the feelings of the country as she watched the wreath-laying ceremony at the Cenotaph and declared: "It's so special."

- ANDY LINES

Catherine looked overcome with emotion after speaking to Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, on the balcony of the Foreign Office as they watched the King and Prince William lay wreaths.

There were poignant scenes at war memorials in villages, towns and cities across the country yesterday as the nation paid their respects, falling silent at 11am to remember the war dead.

It was the first time in more than a year that Catherine, who has been treated for cancer, had carried out two consecutive days of official engagements, having attended the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday night.

Kate and William yesterday posted on the Kensington Royal account: "On Remembrance Sunday, we come together to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve in our Armed Forces. Let us pause, reflect, and remember them always.

"Lest We Forget." A volley from a gun fired by the King's Troop, Royal Horse Artillery from Horse Guards Parade rang out to signal the start of the two-minute silence.