King Charles III Gifts Historic HMS Trump Bell to President Trump

In a historic gesture, King Charles III presented President Donald Trump with the original bell from the HMS Trump during a White House state dinner. This event marked a significant moment in US-UK relations, with the King humorously emphasizing the bond between the two nations. The HMS Trump, a British submarine launched in 1944, symbolizes a shared history and future. King Charles's visit included a tour of the White House and a speech to Congress, where he called for continued support for Ukraine. Discover more about this remarkable event and its implications for international relations.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 29, 2026, 07:27 IST

A Historic Gesture at the White House

During a state dinner at the White House, King Charles III presented a significant gift to President Donald Trump: the original bell from the British submarine HMS Trump. This formal white-tie event, hosted by Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, was the first of its kind since 2007. In his speech, King Charles remarked that the bell represents the shared history and promising future of the two nations, humorously adding, “Should you ever need to get hold of us… just give us a ring.” Buckingham Palace characterized this gesture as a “symbol of friendship,” reminiscent of a past royal tradition where Queen Elizabeth II gifted the Liberty Bell during her 1976 visit to the United States. In his toast, Trump referred to the US-UK relationship as a “friendship unlike any other on Earth.” The King also made light of Trump’s controversial East Wing ballroom project, joking about “readjustments” to the White House and referencing the historical event in 1814 when British forces set fire to the building.

Details About HMS Trump

All About HMS Trump

The HMS Trump was a British third-group T-class submarine that was launched in 1944 during World War II. Constructed by Vickers-Armstrongs in Barrow, it served with the Royal Navy’s 4th Submarine Flotilla in Australia and participated in operations in the Pacific, including patrols in the Java Sea. The submarine was primarily based in Sydney and remained operational after the war, undergoing various refits to enhance its underwater capabilities. It was the only Royal Navy vessel to carry the name “Trump” and continued its service until leaving Australia in 1969, ultimately being scrapped in 1971.

King Charles's Visit to the US

King Charles In The US

King Charles, accompanied by Queen Camilla, arrived for his inaugural State Visit to the United States on April 27. They were given a tour of the White House by President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. The royal couple also attended a Garden Party hosted at the British Embassy on the same day. On April 28, King Charles addressed a joint session of Congress, highlighting the significance of UK-US relations and urging the United States to maintain its support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.