April 28, 2026, King Charles points to a bell gifted to President Donald Trump during a state banquet held at the White House in Washington, D.C. [Reuters/Susan Plunkett TPX]

King Charles III of Great Britain presented former President Donald Trump with the original bell from HMS Trump, a British submarine that served during World War II.

The historic gesture came during a formal state banquet at the White House on Tuesday night, emphasizing what both leaders described as the enduring "special relationship" between the United States and the United Kingdom.

The gleaming brass bell, inscribed with the submarine's name and its 1944 launch date, once hung on the submarine's bridge and has now become a symbolic link between the two wartime allies, Newsmax reported.

As he presented the gift, the King remarked, "I hope this gift will remain as a testament to the history we have shared and the bright future we have together," adding with a chuckle, "Just give us a ring if you need anything."

HMS Trump, a British Navy T-class submarine, played a crucial role in the latter stages of World War II, sinking Japanese vessels and supporting Allied operations in the Pacific theater, according to The New York Times.

Built in the early 1940s, the submarine was part of a fleet designed for long-range missions and advanced naval warfare, showcasing Britain's contribution to the Allied victory.

President Trump appeared visibly touched by the gift, likely due to its historical significance and the personal resonance suggested by the vessel's name.

Historians note that the submarine's name was not chosen due to any relation to the President or his family, but the coincidence has added a layer of symbolic meaning to the bilateral exchange.

The King's remarks underscored the importance of unity, shared sacrifice, and maintaining a strong transatlantic alliance in increasingly uncertain global affairs.

During the state banquet, King Charles also humorously suggested that Americans might be speaking French today if not for Britain's historical role.

This remark drew laughter and further highlighted the convivial atmosphere of the visit, Newsmax reported.

By NNP Chief Reporter Hong Seong-gu / Special Correspondent NNP info@newsandpost.com