According to insider reports, Lady Louise Windsor, the 21-year-old daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, is preparing to become the first female royal to serve in the military since 1945. She is thriving in her officer training at St. Andrews University, where she is pursuing an English degree. Lady Louise has joined the University Officer Training Corps (UOTC) and is reportedly embracing the challenges of military life. She was recently spotted in action while wearing full combat gear, including a SA80 rifle, a helmet bearing the name “Windsor,” and face camouflage.
She has also participated in ceremonial activities, including a festival of martial arts at Edinburgh Castle.
Lady Louise seems destined for a more dedicated military career than her father, the Duke of Edinburgh, who served with the Royal Marines for four months.
Her goals are in line with those of her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, who was a Junior Commander in the World War II Auxiliary Territorial Service.
According to a person close to Lady Louise, “She has loved being a part of the officer cadets.” She has a strong sense of purpose from her training and is committed to serving her country in the future.
Lady Louise is establishing herself as a devoted young princess who is committed to upholding her family’s customs.
