article_snippet.sent: Several descendants of those of who fought in battle and current service personnel also attended the reception at Canada House, which is the home of the Canadian High Commission.
article_snippet.sent: The event was held in honour of the three Canadian regiments which the royal members individually lead as Colonels-in-Chief.
article_snippet.sent: Today's reception formed one of the highlights of events marking the centenary of First World War battles which are being commemorated by the trio of regiments, according to Canada's High Commissioner Gordon Campbell.
article_snippet.sent: Today's reception formed one of the highlights of events marking the centenary of First World War battles which are being commemorated by the trio of regimentsthe trio of regiments, according to Canada's High Commissioner Gordon Campbell .
article_snippet.sent: Canada's High Commissioner Gordon Campbell said: 'It is always exceptional when Her Majesty comes and joins us at Canada House, particularly now as this is the 100 year anniversary of the bestowing of the first military honours to Canadians. '
article_snippet.sent: Honorary Colonel Richard Talbot, of the Canadian Scottish Regiment, added: 'To have the three royal Colonels-in-Chief here in one room is unique.