The Serious Prince: Many photographs taken over the years have shown Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, in a lght-hearted mood. But this set of photographs shows Lieutenant The Prince Of Wales in a serious frame of mind, captaining his ship. HMS Bronington during an exercise with other ships of the First Mine Counter-Measure Squadron in the Firth of Forth. Prince Charles, who will be 28 on Nov. 14th, took command of HMS Bronington on February 9th this year. At sea with Prince Charles on this occasion (Oct. 25th) was with his brother. Prince Andrew,16, who is now at school at Gordonstoun. This is the first time that Prince Andrew had visited HMS Bronington. Photo shows Lieutenant The Prince of Wales pictured on board HMS Bronington with his brother, Prince Andrew, during an exercise in the Firth of Forth.
Photo measures 8 x 10 inches.
Photo is dated 11-11-1976.
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