Here's why there were gun shots at Portsmouth Naval Base today

PEOPLE walking near Portsmouth Naval Base may have wondered why they could hear gun shots at midday on Thursday.
Picture: Shaun RosterPicture: Shaun Roster
Picture: Shaun Roster

Fortunately there was nothing to fear with the shots being fired to honour Prince Charles.

The Royal was celebrating his 71st birthday – leading to the Royal Navy carrying out the tribute in the form of the gun salute.

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Prior to the salute, the Royal Navy posted on Facebook: ‘There will be a gun salute in the dockyard at 1200 to celebrate the 71st birthday of HRH Prince Charles, Prince of Wales.

‘Happy birthday your Royal Highness!’

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