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Prince William Takes Over King Charles Title in Royal First Amid Cancer Battle
Prince William Takes Over King Charles Title in Royal First Amid Cancer Battle originally appeared on Parade.
officially took over the title of in a royal first amid the British monarch's cancer battle.
On Wednesday, June 4, the Prince of Wales, 42, made his first visit to 4 Regiment Army Air Corps at Wattisham as Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps, GB News reported.
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Prince William officially took over the role in May 2024 when King Charles, 76, handed it down to him at the Army Aviation Centre in Middle Wallop.
However, he had yet to travel to the 4 Regiment Army Air Corps after his father passed down the title.
After his trip, the future king took to Instagram to thank the soldiers for their time and service.
"Proud to visit the Army Air Corps as its Colonel-in-Chief. Great to spend time with the soldiers and their families here at Wattisham Air Base," Prince William captioned his update. "Thank you for the warm welcome and heartening to see the strength of the regiment's community."
The husband of and father of three continued, "Very impressed by the relentless commitment, physical capability and mental acuity on display at the combat PT session. An excellent reflection of the Army Air Corps' readiness and professionalism!"
To conclude his update, Prince William wrote, "A huge thank you to the soldiers and families of the AAC for the warm welcome—and for everything you do."
In February 2024, King Charles announced his cancer diagnosis. Prince William and other members of the royal family have stepped up to take on more responsibilities as the reigning monarch continues treatment.
Prince William and Middleton's son, , 11, is next line to the throne behind William, behind his siblings, , 10, and , 7.
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Prince William Takes Over King Charles Title in Royal First Amid Cancer Battle first appeared on Parade on Jun 4, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
