King Charles III has seemingly succeeded to achieve major milestone of his reign as he received new military titles amid backlash from anti-monarchy group.
The 75-year-old appeared in high spirits during his first tour of Australia since ascending to the throne in 2022 following his mother Queen Elizabeth II’s death.
Prince Harry and William’s dad as been recognised with prestigious honorary rankings in Australia’s military on the first day of his inaugural visit to the country as a reigning monarch.
The King has been appointed to the Honorary Ranks of Admiral of the Fleet of the Royal Australian Navy, Field Marshal of the Australian Army, and Marshal of the Royal Australian Air Force.
It is to mention here that the British monarch has enjoyed a longstanding connection with the Australian Defence Force after he first held the title of Colonel-in-Chief of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps in 1977.
“Australians share His Majesty’s pride in the ADF, its sailors, soldiers and aviators and the loved ones who support them,” Ms Mostyn said.
Chief of the Defence Force Admiral, David Johnston, said the appointments reflected Australia’s cherished relationship with the crown.
“The Sovereign serves as an example of service, and His Majesty’s appointments are symbolic of the Royal Family’s longstanding dedication and relationship with the nation,” he said.
