In a groundbreaking move, Lady Louise Windsor, the niece of King Charles III, is setting her sights on becoming the first female royal to serve in the military since her grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.
At just 20 years old, Louise is currently honing her skills as a member of the University Officers’ Training Corps at St. Andrews, where she is immersing herself in military training and leadership.
Louise’s aspirations reflect a desire to follow in the footsteps of her father, Prince Edward, and other male relatives who have served in the armed forces.
While Prince Edward had a brief tenure with the Royal Marines in 1987, he left after only a few months.
In contrast, Louise’s uncle, King Charles, had a more extensive military background, serving in both the Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy from 1971 to 1976.
Another notable figure in her family is Prince Andrew, who served as a helicopter pilot during the Falklands War.
Despite some controversy surrounding his military service, Andrew’s role highlights a legacy of royal involvement in the armed forces.
Now, Lady Louise seeks to carve out her own path within this tradition, aiming to break barriers as a female royal in uniform.
