Britain's Prince William arrives for the Order of the Garter Service at St George's Chape, in Windsor southern England on June 16, 2008. Britain's Queen Elizabeth appointed Prince William a Royal Knight of the Garter.Watched by his girlfriend Kate Middleton, the Prince was formally appointed by the Queen in a ceremony at St George’s Chapel, Windsor.
The Prince becomes a Royal Knight Companion - and the 1,000th knight in the register. The position reflects his position within the Royal family.
The Order of the Garter, established by Edward III in 1348, is in the Queen’s personal gifts, without advice from government ministers.(telegraph)
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