King Charles' Unexpected Moment at Ground Zero Leaves Survivor Touched

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A Personal Exchange

Retired Port Authority detective Will Jimeno, one of two officers pulled alive after being buried for 13 hours on Sept. 11, was invited to attend and brought his wife Allison, who had been seven months pregnant during the attacks. What was expected to be a short encounter became a thoughtful, hour-long conversation. Queen Camilla praised Allison as a pillar of strength while King Charles asked warmly about their daughters and even showed surprise and curiosity when Jimeno mentioned turkey hunting.

Lasting Impressions

Jimeno presented Queen Camilla with a Port Authority Police gold shield pin honoring the 37 officers from his department who died. He left impressed by the couple's genuine interest and kindness, saying the visit underscored the deep U.S.-U.K. friendship.