The Royal Family has confirmed with excitement that Princess Leonor has successfully completed her naval training. As the culmination of this journey in the Navy, which has kept her away from home for so many months, the heiress will receive recognition. This tribute will take shape with the awarding of the Gold Medal of Galicia, the highest distinction offered by the community.
Leonor arrives in Ferrol today to begin the final voyage on Elcano to Marín, which is scheduled for July 13. The following day, Santiago de Compostela will dress up to welcome the princess and present her with Galicia's most prestigious award. Other events will follow in recognition of her effort and dedication in the Navy.
The latest news about Princess Leonor is confirmed
Princess Leonor is already in Ferrol after arriving aboard the frigate Blas de Lezo. Her next stop will be to board Elcano again to make the final voyage to Marín, the final destination of her naval training. July 13 will be a memorable day, followed by many others in honor of the heiress to the throne.
The Royal Family has confirmed that Princess Leonor has successfully completed her training in the Navy. During this time aboard Elcano and the frigate Blas de Lezo, the heiress to the throne has shown dedication, commitment, discipline, and devotion. In recognition of all this, on July 14 she will be awarded the Gold Medal of Galicia.
This award represents the highest regional distinction granted by Xunta. The ceremony will take place in Santiago de Compostela and aims to honor the bond Leonor has forged with Galicia during her naval training. For institutional reasons, the medal will be presented to Leonor ahead of the collective ceremony scheduled for July 24.
This will not be the only event Princess Leonor must attend in recognition of these six months on Elcano. After receiving the official award, she will be named Favorite Daughter of Marín on July 16 during the commissioning ceremony at the Naval Military School. Coinciding with the feast of the Virgin of Carmen, patron saint of sailors, the king will present her with her commission as a Navy officer.
Princess Leonor completes her naval training with honors
Leonor's naval training has included sailing on the high seas and participating in real maneuvers on the frigate Blas de Lezo, showing skills and leadership. She has also spent months at the Naval Military School of Marín, living with her fellow midshipmen, participating in sports, protocol, and social activities.
For all these reasons, the princess successfully completes this time in the Navy, earning the recognition of her fellow cadets and officers. Now the time has come to return home, but first she must put the finishing touch on this academic year.
At this moment, Elcano and the frigate Blas de Lezo are docked in Ferrol, which for two days will open their doors to tourists and onlookers. Until Saturday, the princess has time to get to know the city and enjoy her free time. Afterwards, she will have to board Elcano again bound for Marín to definitively complete her training.
The king and queen eagerly await Princess Leonor's return so they can spend time with her again. Without a doubt, the most emotional event will be the awarding of the Gold Medal of Galicia, which recognizes her effort. It is also a way to convey "the sincere affection that most Galicians feel for both Princess Leonor and the Crown."