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[Regnum] Crown Princess Catharina - Amalia of the Netherlands has joined the country's armed forces, thus becoming the first woman in the royal family to do so. This was announced on the website of the Dutch Ministry of Defense on September 30.
The Crown Princess began her reservist training, enlisting in the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force with the junior ranks of Seaman and Private Third Class.
"Every student must undergo a rigorous selection process to ensure they meet our requirements," emphasized Deputy Head of the Course, Major Petra Geyteman.
The kingdom's military department reported that no exceptions were made for the heir to the throne—she, like everyone else, underwent medical, psychological, and security testing.
It is noted that the princess will delay the practical phase of her training, which includes field training, due to a broken arm sustained in a horse accident. She has now begun the theoretical part, studying ballistics, tactics, and cartography. Amalia will also work as a freelancer for the Ministry of Defense.
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