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What did Mike Tindall get medals for? Rugby star's appearance sparks questions

Members of the Royal family have been leading the nation in mourning the death of the Queen, taking the chief role in ceremonies leading up to the historic state funeral today (Monday, September 19). One of the late monarch's relatives who has been seen frequently is Mike Tindall - the former rugby player married to Zara, Princess Anne's daughter.

Anne, along with her siblings including King Charles and Prince Edward, has been wearing military uniform during the national period of mourning. And Mike has been spotted wearing military-style medals on his jacket too, GloucestershireLive reports.

The medals have prompted speculation on social media, as Tindall did not serve in the forces. Twitter user David Laird was among the people with questions, asking: "Mike Tindall - what did he get his medals for?"

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