League Against Cruel Sports Appreciated Kate Middleton for Not Being Part of Annual Royal Hunting

LONDON, UK (Dec. 29) – Animal right activists hailed the Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton for not participating in the annual pheasant hunting in the royal family, which usually takes place the day after Christmas. 

League Against Cruel Sports Appreciated Kate Middleton for Not Being Part of Annual Royal Hunting

 As a routine, the Royal family was present in the English estate of Sandringham in Norfolk for the usual hunting, but Kate chose not to be part of the expidition, thus attracting the favor of the League Against Cruel Sports. 

"We are delighted that Kate has decided not to take part in the annual bloodbath," said a spokesperson. 

The hunt for the day after Christmas was, as usual, organized by the Queen's husband Prince Philip, before being admitted to hospital for heart surgery during the holiday season.

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 Kate Middleton was flanked by two tuxedo-wearing princes Monday evening in London for The Sun's Military Awards, which honors British troops. The Duchess stood out in a stunning strapless Alexander McQueen gown, though a few familiar faces also managed to make their own stylish entrance — David Beckham brought his two eldest boys, Brooklyn and Romeo to the glamorous event. 

Prince William and Prince Harry are both active military men, and the youngest royal brother seemed honored to speak to the crowd, saying, "Like my brother, I share many of the same hopes, the same aspirations to go on operations, and the same fears as all those who serve our Queen and country . . . So, to our amazing, brave families, I know I join every single service man and woman in saying from the bottom of our hearts, thank you."

Before hitting the red carpet this evening, the three young royals sat down with Queen Elizabeth for an annual pre-Christmas meal.

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