King Charles replaces Prince Harry as Captain Basic of the Royal Marines

King Charles III today appointed himself to Prince Harry’s former position as Captain Basic of the Royal Marines – a day just after the Duke of Sussex unveiled his ‘provocative’ new memoir. 

Harry was reportedly saddened to be stripped of the situation as ceremonial head of the Commando regiment following Megxit in 2020. He experienced been handed the role by the Queen in December 2017, succeeding Prince Philip.  

The announcement comes just a day following the Duke of Sussex unveiled his ‘provocative’ new memoir. Billed as a do the job of ‘raw, unflinching honesty’, the controversial new reserve will be referred to as Spare – a ‘loaded’ reference to his place as the more youthful brother of the heir to the throne. 

A spokesman for the King declined to remark on the e-book last evening. But it is comprehended that the Royal House has by now been warned that the 416-webpage, £28 e book is ‘critical of anyone and everything’ and they are ‘dreading’ it. 

In a private concept to the Royal Marines as they mark their 358th birthday these days, The King said: ‘It is the biggest achievable enjoyment to believe the position of your Captain General.

‘I am extremely proud to abide by in the footsteps of so numerous associates of my spouse and children above the last 3 and a 50 % generations, all of whom held the position with a deep perception of admiration. 

‘The Royal Marines have a distinguished and unparalleled history, equally on land and at sea. I draw enormous inspiration from your bravery, perseverance, self-self-control and a extraordinary capability to endure in the most intense environments. 

‘I sense considerably honoured to grow to be aspect of the Corps Family and quite a lot look forward to assembly a lot of of you in the near long run. 

‘In the meantime, this arrives with my heartfelt and distinctive wishes for a quite content 358th birthday. For every Mare, Per Terram.’