WASHINGTON (AP) — Maybe it was nerves from being in the presence of royalty or perhaps it was a simple mistake, but there have been quite a few gaffes by U.S. presidents and first ladies toward members of the British royal family over the years.

As President Donald Trump prepares to embark on a state visit with King Charles III in England this week, here’s a look back at some of the better-known faux pas, including one of Trump’s own:

Carter’s kiss

President Jimmy Carter attended a summit dinner at Buckingham Palace in 1977.

The newly elected president hailed from Georgia and had strong Southern roots. He entered the event with members of the royal family, and together they posed for photographs.

It was rumored that Carter kissed the Queen Mother on the lips during a greeting.

Carter

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