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Duke of Kent steps down as Colonel of the Scots Guards at 88

The Duke of Kent is stepping down as Colonel of the Scots Guards after 50 years, handing over the role to the Duke of Edinburgh.
The Duke praised the regiment for its "selfless courage and devotion to duty" before leaving the position.
The transition marks a significant change in leadership for the regiment overseen by Queen Elizabeth II's cousin.

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BBC News

Duke of Kent to step down as Colonel of Scots Guards

The 88-year-old has served in the role for 50 years and is handing over to the Duke of Edinburgh.

18 days ago·United Kingdom

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Shropshire Star

Duke of Kent attends final parade as Colonel of Scots Guards

The Duke of Kent was cheered and applauded by troops as he attended his final Black Sunday parade as Colonel of the Scots Guards, handing over the role to the Duke of Edinburgh after 50 years of service.

18 days ago·Ketley, United Kingdom

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Evening Standard

Duke of Kent attends final parade as Colonel of Scots Guards

The 88-year-old royal was appointed to the position in 1974, after nearly two decades of military service.

18 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Sky News UK

Duke of Kent steps down as Colonel of the Scots Guards at 88

Edward, who was Queen Elizabeth II's cousin, held the title for longer than anyone else, having assumed it in 1974.

18 days ago·United Kingdom

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PerthNow

Prince Edward taking over Colonel of the Scots Guards from Duke of Kent

Prince Edward is taking on the "distinct honour" of being Colonel of the Scots Guards, with the Duke of Kent stepping down after 50 years in the role.

18 days ago·Perth, Australia

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