Prince William's message to America's bereaved
Prince William joined his father Prince Charles today in a visit to the American Consulate in Edinburgh. They followed the many thousands of Scots who have called to pay their respects and write a message of support for the bereaved of America in the Book of Condolence. Like London's Grosvenor Square, the entrance to the US Consulate has become a shrine to the slain. William paused to read some of the messages attached to the floral tributes before entering to write "With deepest sympathy, Love William" in the book. His father added: "With heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of all those who died so tragically in New York. Charles".
Prince William takes up residence at St. Andrew's University this weekend as a Fresher amid fears and heightened security over his personal safety following the Black Tuesday attack on America.
London, 16 September. Westminster Abbey
A special vigil for the dead took place at Westminster Abbey on Sunday night. Attended by the American Ambassador together with British leaders of Jewish, Muslim and Buddhist faiths, the high vaulted Gothic nave of the Abbey was packed by people who had queued many hours to obtain a seat. Texan born Jerry Hall, former wife of Mick Jagger, was among a number of celebrities who participated. She read Psalm 139 and told the congregation: "America standing by Britain when it was being blitzed, and Britain standing by America after the terrorist attacks. That is what the special relationship means. Let us always stand together."
US Embassy, Grosvenor Square
The Duke and Duchess of York were among estimated 6,000 visitors to call on the American Embassy in Grosvenor Square on Sunday to sign the Book of Condolence. Together with daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, they were accompanied by the Ambassador William Farish and his wife, Sarah. The Yorks left posies of flowers and handwritten notes of sorrow among the rapidly expanding carpet of floral tributes at the foot of the Roosevelt Memorial. The handwritten note on Beatrice's card read: "Be brave everyone." The Duchess was asked by a reporter if she wished to make any comment on her visit. "I don't have enough words", a close to tears Sarah replied. She had been due to visit the headquarters of her charity Chances for Children on the 101st floor of the north tower on the morning of Black Tuesday but had been delayed. By a miracle none of her charity staff are reported missing. The Duchess of York has started an offshoot to her charity, significantly named the '911' Fund, to counsel children traumatized by the atrocity.
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