Princess Leonor Embarks on Naval Training

Published: 2024-08-30

Princess Leonor of Spain has commenced her naval training at the Escuela Naval Militar in Marín, Pontevedra, marking the next phase of her military education.

Arriving in her distinctive white naval uniform, Leonor joins as a third-year student, following her previous training at the Military Academy in Zaragoza.

Her curriculum includes virtual navigation and rowing, preparing her for a four-month voyage aboard the training ship Juan Sebastián Elcano starting in January.

This training is part of a broader plan to equip her with comprehensive military knowledge across land, sea, and air.

The Princess's entry into the naval academy continues a family tradition, as she becomes the fourth generation of the Borbón family to train with the Spanish Navy.

Her journey reflects a commitment to understanding the values and responsibilities of military leadership, a crucial aspect of her future role as Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.