The Duchess of Cambridge arrives at the Ocean Terminal in Southampton this morning for the naming of the Royal Princess shipPhotograph: Michael Dunlea/Barcroft MediaAnd waves to the crowdsPhotograph: Stefan Wermuth/ReutersShe's greeted by the ship's Captain, Tony Draper, left Photograph: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
She was also met by high winds on a blustery June day!Photograph: Tim Rooke/Rex FeaturesAfter sitting through the speeches...Photograph: Michael Dunlea/Barcroft Media...she cuts the ribbon to break the traditional bottle of Champagne against the shipPhotograph: Chris Jackson/Getty ImagesAnd watches the bottle break against the ship after naming her "Royal Princess'Photograph: Chris Jackson/Getty ImagesHere the crew look on as Captain Draper gives the Duchess a tour on boardPhotograph: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
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