King Charles delivered a speech at his final royal engagement as he returned to Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth on Friday December 19.
The 77-year-old delivered a powerful speech to teach graduating officers an important lesson about leadership during the Lord High Admiral’s divisions parade.
The monarch became emotional as he told the assembled cadets: “I have been here where you are, in Blake Division, for about 54 years. »
In his defiant speech, after celebrating the passing outs, the monarch said: “Leadership is about character! »
To encourage future leaders to serve the nation with distinction by achieving the highest standards.
The royal family released the photos of the monarch along with her moving words, writing: “You are all imbued with the same drive, determination and fighting spirit that led your ancestors to victory. I can only wish each of you every success and good fortune…”
During his visit, the King inspected troops, officers from the Commonwealth and other countries, including Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
He himself joined Dartmouth more than 50 years ago, on September 16, 1971, as a member of the Blake Division.
William and Harry’s father recalled many memories of his formative days, including sailing picket boats along the River Dart while learning to avoid collisions with enthusiastic yacht owners.
As a graduate, he spent six weeks at Dartmouth, learning about leadership, navigation and the methods of the Royal Navy.
The Royal Family has very close ties to the College and the King’s father, grandfather and great-grandfather all spent time at Dartmouth.
