Kate Middleton gets emotional as she attends St Patrick's Day Parade

Kate Middleton, who forced to miss last year event due to her cancer diagnosis, attended the Irish Guards St Patrick's Day Parade in her role as Colonel of the regiment on Monday.

The Princess of Wales dropped jaws in a dark green Alexander McQueen as she stole the limelight at the parade, which marked one of the most significant dates in the Irish Guards' calendar.

The Place has shared stunning photos of Princess Kate to celebrate the day with her message.

Prince Kate's message was also shared by the Palace, writing: "Happy St Patrick’s Day! Great to be back to join the Irish Guards for their annual St Patrick’s Day parade here at Wellington Barracks. Proud to be your Colonel, and celebrate 125 years of the regiment with you today."

The Princess took on several ceremonial duties throughout the event, continuing the long-standing tradition and demonstrating her ongoing commitment to her military patronage. She  awarded long service and good conduct medals to soldiers within the regiment. She then joined the parade where she presented the traditional sprigs of shamrock to the Officers and Guardsmen.

Kate Middleton also presented shamrock to the Irish Wolf Hound, the regiment's mascot.

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