The Duchess of Edinburgh stepped up as a caring confidante for Princess Kate during the somber Remembrance Day events in London on Nov. 9 and 10—and now Sophie, 59, has been given her own special role in honoring the U.

Kate Middleton joined the Royal Family for two major events over the weekend, attending both the annual Festival of Remembrance concert and Remembrance Sunday ceremony in London. And during the emotional event on Sunday,

Making her second appearance in a matter of days at the Remembrance Sunday service Princess Kate appeared to miss out on a key royal tradition.

Princess Kate’s Appearances at Remembrance Day Services Since joining the Royal Family in 2011, Princess Catherine has been present among senior royals to pay her respect to soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty on Remembrance Day every year.