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Donald Trump praised 93-year-old monarch as 'great, great woman' in speech
She stood up to raise her glass, at which point Trump appeared to touch her
It is considered poor form to touch Her Majesty, particularly in formal setting

Published: 19:15 EDT, 3 June 2019 | Updated: 03:39 EDT, 4 June 2019

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President Trump paid a glowing tribute to the Queen last night – but then seemed to accidentally fall foul of strict Royal protocols by appearing to pat her on the shoulder as she stood up to toast him.

The US leader had just given a warm and often moving speech in which he praised the 93-year-old monarch as a ‘great, great woman’.

‘From the Second World War to today, Her Majesty has stood as a constant symbol of these priceless traditions,’ he said.

‘She has embodied the spirit of dignity, duty, and patriotism that beats proudly in every British heart. On behalf of all Americans, I offer a toast to the eternal friendship of our people, the vitality of our nations and to the long cherished and truly remarkable reign of Her Majesty the Queen.’

President Trump broke protocol by appearing to pat the Queen on the shoulder as she stood up to toast him

But as the monarch stood up with her glass of Windsor Great Park sparkling English wine, the President reached out his left hand and put it behind her right shoulder, as if to pat it.

While the term protocol is bandied around a great deal, it is considered extremely poor form to touch Her Majesty, particularly in such a formal setting. The Queen did not react and continued to play the gracious hostess.

Mr Trump steered clear of controversy, however, and told her that he and his wife were ‘profoundly honoured to be your guests for this historic state visit’ and spoke of ‘your majesty’s nearly seven decades of treasured friendship with the United States of America.’

He went on to pay tribute to the ‘mighty endeavour of righteous nations and one of the greatest undertakings in all of history’ – D-Day, which happened 75 years ago and is one of the reasons for his state visit.

He highlighted the role of the Royal Family – ‘the resolute face of the Commonwealth’s unwavering solidarity’.

It is considered extremely poor form to touch Her Majesty, particularly in such a formal setting. The Queen did not react and continued to play the gracious hostess