Duchess Sophie opens facility named after Queen Elizabeth
Buckingham Palace on Monday released pictures of Duchess Sophie visiting the facility in London
Duchess Sophie inaugurated the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Veterans Centre at Royal Hospital Chelsea in London, said a statement issued by the royal family on Monday.
Sharing multiple photos of the wife of Prince Edward on social media, the royal family's social media account said, "This new centre will provide a welcoming space for veterans to socialise, stay active and build friendships."
"During the visit, The Duchess toured the centre and met veterans who are benefiting from the Chelsea Pensioner Veterans Outreach Programme."
The Chelsea Pensioners are retired British Army veterans who live at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London.
"They come from various backgrounds across the United Kingdom, and their home here is an historic institution dedicated to providing care, camaraderie, and support to those who have served our nation," according to the Chelsea Pensioners website.
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