Princess Anne demonstrated that even she can experience the joy of an unexpected meeting when she spotted Lady Louise Windsor during the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in August.
In a series of candid photos taken by a fellow guest, Princess Anne is seen beaming at her young niece, who returns her wide smile. Both looked overjoyed to see each other, with Prince Edward’s daughter dressed in full military attire.
This Scottish event marked one of Princess Anne’s first appearances after her concussion, making it likely that it was the first time Lady Louise had seen her aunt in a while, amplifying their delight.
Royal watchers were thrilled by the behind-the-scenes photos, commenting on how proud Princess Anne appeared of her youngest niece, who is following in her military footsteps. One fan noted, “Look at the smiles. I think Lady Louise was a surprise to Princess Anne, but a lovely welcome surprise.”
Lady Louise, 20, is dedicated to her military aspirations and is set to make history as the first female royal to serve in the military since the late Queen Elizabeth II. She is a member of St Andrews’ University Officers’ Training Corps (UOTC), which offers paid military training to students.
While other female royals, like Princess Anne and the Princess of Wales, hold military titles, those are honorary and do not include active service. In contrast, Her Late Majesty joined the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) in 1945, becoming the first female royal to serve full-time in the Armed Services.
As the 16th in line to the throne, Lady Louise has expressed her commitment to a military career on her LinkedIn page, stating, “I am interested in pursuing a career in the military, diplomacy, or law.” In many ways, she mirrors Princess Anne, with her deep love for horses and strong sense of duty, embodying the same work ethic that has earned her aunt the title of the hardest-working royal.
