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Queen Camilla Appointed First Royal Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom

Rear Admiral Andy Perks presented her burgee at Devonport to close HMS Astute’s record 15-year first commission before the submarine entered a major overhaul ahead of its second deployment.

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Overview

  • Queen Camilla is the first woman and first member of the Royal Family to hold the honorary title of Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom.
  • Her investiture took place on July 16 at HM Naval Base Devonport during a ceremony marking the formal presentation of her vice admiral’s pennant.
  • The office of Vice Admiral of the United Kingdom dates back to 1513 and had most recently been held by Admiral Lord Boyce until his death in 2022.
  • Camilla has served as Lady Sponsor of HMS Astute since 2007, writing annual letters and sending care packages to its 135-strong crew.
  • Following the ceremony, HMS Astute concluded its unprecedented 15-year first commission and entered a major overhaul ahead of its second deployment.