Mike Tindall has joined the Royal Family in mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
He has been in attendance at a number of Royal events during the national period of mourning and is at the state funeral today.
The ex-rugby player is married to Zara Phillips, making him a member of the Royal Family and therefore front and centre during today’s proceedings.
He has been spotted wearing three medals during the state events, with some confused over their military-style.
King Charles III, along with Prince William and Prince Harry, among many other Royals have joined him in state uniform.
Here is everything you need to know about Mike Tindall’s medals.
Why is Mike Tindall wearing medals?
Mike Tindall is a member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE).
He was awarded the honour in 2007 for his outstanding contributions to rugby.
Upon being granted an MBE, members receive a medal from the Queen, or now King Charles III.
Mike’s other two medals are the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal.
They were granted to members of the Royal Family during the Queen’s 60th jubilee and 70th, this year.
They are silver medals and bear the Queen’s face.
Not only were they granted to members of the Royal Family, but also members of the Armed Forces who had served longer than five years.
Operational members of the Prison Service, emergency services personnel, and holders of the Victoria and George Cross, all received the medals as well.
How is Mike Tindall related to the Queen?
Mike Tindall is married to Zara Phillips making him an official member of the Royal Family.
Zara is the daughter of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips, making her the Queen’s eldest granddaughter.
As such, she is 20th in the line of succession for the British throne.
