PRINCESS Anne has paid a visit to British troops in Afghanistan.The surprise announcement was made by the Ministry of Defence tonight.More to follow.
PRINCESS Anne has paid a visit to British troops in Afghanistan.
The surprise announcement was made by the Ministry of Defence tonight.
The princess, who holds a range of honorary ranks with various regiments, spent time in the forces' main base Camp Bastion on Monday.
She met soldiers from a number of units including military dog handlers.
Her last visit to Afghanistan was in October 2006.
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