The Prince reminisced about his visits to the guardsmen, saying: “From exercises and range days here in the UK, to training overseas – such as Kenya in 2018 – I have such vivid memories of witnessing what you do so brilliantly in the field.”
He described their work in Africa as “inspirational”, and thanked all the families who had joined to watch the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Aldershot.
“I hope you know how truly grateful I am to all of you too,” he said. “On this, my 13th and final St Patrick’s Day as Colonel, not only am I saddened that I’ll likely fail once again to finish a pint of Guinness… but I am also sad that I won’t in future see more of you, the families, whose unwavering support enables these outstanding men and women to do what they do.”
William added: “I may be stepping aside, but in Colonel Catherine you have a committed, focused and already incredibly loyal 11th Colonel.
“As you serve together over the years ahead, know that I will continue to watch you with huge pride in having been one of you.”
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