In what feels like an episode out of a Monty Python sketch, President Trump graced Great Britain with his presence, marking a memorable visit. The event was almost as surreal as the time they shrunk the British Empire into a theme park. Still, you can’t deny the charm of British pageantry—even if it does stir flashbacks of colonial redcoats and American colonial militias taking cover behind rocks and trees, silently saying, “We’ll take it from here, chaps.”

And what a spectacle it was! Trump and Melania were treated to a warm reception at Windsor Castle. One might expect architectural awe and historical reverence from the guests, yet President Trump commented on the castle’s stunning beauty, cutting through centuries of history with his own brand of humor.

The dinner wasn’t just an exercise in British culinary experience but a gathering of dignitaries. The toasts were led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who humorously addressed various topics. Meanwhile, the tradition of British political wit was upheld with various humorous anecdotes throughout the evening.

The Archbishop of Canterbury offered a moment of solemn grace, adding to the evening’s elegance in the topsy-turvy world where British free speech and tradition often make headlines.

Trump’s visit wouldn’t be complete without a nod to special relations between the UK and the US, reinforcing the long-standing connection between the two nations. Trump aptly noted Britain’s historic setting, clearly impressed by King Charles’ speech, which highlighted shared values and mutual respect.

While the evening encapsulated Trump’s whirlwind love affair with British pageantry and politics, let’s not forget his hope to place future British visits with sunny locales. A little sun could do wonders when navigating through the fog of British politicking and pompous dinners.