Lady Louise Windsor, the 20-year-old niece of the King, is setting her sights on a career in the military, a path not taken by a female Royal since her late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. According to a source, Lady Louise, the daughter of Prince Edward and Sophie, and granddaughter to Queen Elizabeth II, has developed a strong passion for the Army Cadets. As she enters her second year at the University of St Andrew’s, where she is studying English, Lady Louise has expressed interest in a career in “the military, diplomacy, or law” on her LinkedIn profile.

Historical Royal Military Service

The potential move would echo the historic steps of Queen Elizabeth II, who made headlines during World War II as a Junior Commander with the Auxiliary Territorial Service. The Queen’s service was notable as she became the first royal woman to join the armed services full-time, despite initial resistance from King George VI, who preferred she remain in a non-combat role. During the Blitz, the royal family showed solidarity by visiting bombed areas and supporting military and munitions efforts, though Queen Elizabeth and her sister Margaret were evacuated to Windsor Castle for safety.

Modern Royal Involvement

While Queen Elizabeth remains the only female Royal to have served in the Armed Forces, other members of the Royal Family have been involved in military roles. Prince William was commissioned into the Army in 2006 and served with the Household Cavalry, while Prince Harry completed two tours in Afghanistan. Prince Andrew served as a Royal Navy helicopter pilot in the Falklands War, and Prince Edward trained with the Royal Marines in 1987, though he left after four months. King Charles also served in the Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy from 1971 to 1976.

Princess Elizabeth’s War Efforts

During World War II, the young Princess Elizabeth, then just 14, made a notable radio broadcast urging courage among child evacuees. At 16, she became the Colonel of the Grenadier Guards and carried out her first public engagement. Despite King George’s reluctance for her to join the women’s auxiliaries, she enlisted in the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) in February 1945. In the ATS, she trained as a mechanic and driver, learning to maintain heavy army vehicles and working alongside women in various non-combat roles.

The Future for Lady Louise

As Lady Louise prepares for her third year at university, her aspirations in the military could mark a significant milestone for the Royal Family, reflecting a continuation of the legacy of service established by Queen Elizabeth II. Lady Louise’s dedication to the Army Cadets and her interest in serving her country could pave the way for a new chapter in royal military history.

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