Leonor of Spain, all the emotion of the first National Day in uniform

The October 12 And National holiday in Spain, one of the most important days for the royal family, who traditionally attend various events and celebrations, which will continue until the weekend. Among the most anticipated moments of 2023, the uniformed presence of Princess Leonor, who attended the Armed Forces Parade together with his father Felipe VI and to the mother Letizia Ortiz.

No civilian clothes for the heir to the throne, who is attending the second year of the General Military Academy of Zaragoza (she went from first to second after the flag oath, as part of a personalized training program designed specifically for her) .

In gala uniform, white shirt, golden cords and red cap, from the box of honor Leonor saluted as the flag passed. Tender and complicit glances with her father Felipe, who less than a week ago, on the occasion of his daughter’s oath, had reminded her of his commitment to life: “I know that you will always keep in mind that your responsibility, in all circumstances and at all times, is to serve Spain with all your energy and determination, with true passion.” Some of the princess’s classmates paraded in historical uniform, but for her this option was discarded: she moved on to the second year of the course less than a week ago and has not had time to adequately prepare for a day that includes months of rehearsals .

Leonor of Spain swears loyalty to Spain (in front of her father Felipe VI and mother Letizia Ortiz)

The princess, who will turn 18 on October 31st, was the protagonist of an important day, which marks her effective entry into the Army. After taking the oath, Cadet Borbon-Ortiz moved on to her second year at the Military Academy, in a course designed to have her attend five years in three

After the parade, a reception hosted by the sovereigns. Another great first time for Leonor, who accompanied her parents to the Royal Palace to meet the highest authorities in the country; a sort of institutional debut for her. The time today is ripe for a change of pace, also in view of her eighteenth birthday, which she will celebrate on October 31st. That day another official commitment awaits her: the oath before Parliament, as enshrined in the Constitution. The Princess of Asturias has truly grown up.