The coming of age of Princess Leonor of Spain marked a significant milestone on her path to the throne.
Unlike other European monarchies, where heirs can continue their education without immediately assuming institutional responsibilities, Leonor has begun to play a more active role in the public agenda, albeit gradually.
Since entering the Military Academy in Zaragoza, the princess has been in an intensive training phase, preparing for her future role as chief of staff of the three armies.
This formative stage not only trains her in military terms, but also keeps her away from the constant media scrutiny, allowing her a more protected and structured development.
The Royal Household has shown signs of renewal with new additions to the King and Queen’s teams, suggesting strategic planning for the Princess’s future.
This planning includes not only a public agenda adjusted to her new responsibilities, but also the management of her private life.
In the context of celebrating the anniversary of the proclamation of Felipe VI, the Royal Household has organized a series of events that reflect both the celebration of the reign and the gradual introduction of the princess into official activities.
On June 19, the Royal Family will appear on the balcony of the Royal Palace for the changing of the guard, followed by the presentation of civil merit medals by the king and an official reception.
On the afternoon of the same day, Princess Leonor and her sister, Infanta Sofia, will make a solo visit to the Royal Collections Gallery, accompanied by writer Maria Dueñas and a group of young people.
This event symbolizes the transfer of responsibilities and Leonor’s growing presence in public life. The King and Queen will resume their activities the following day with the inauguration of an exhibition celebrating the ten years of Felipe VI’s reign.
Princess Leonor will not attend her Graduation in Zaragoza
The bad news in all this is, that the graduation ceremony of the Military Academy of Zaragoza where Princess Leonor studies coincides with the anniversary of the proclamation of King Felipe and Queen Letizia on June 19.
Initially it was thought that Leonor could attend both events, but finally it will not be possible to combine them.
Therefore, Leonor will have to forego her return to Zaragoza for that special graduation ceremony for the cadets and will instead accompany her parents.
The coincidence of dates forces Leonor to prioritize her parents’ proclamation ceremonies over her military graduation.