Crown Princess Victoria Completes Officer Training, Earns New Military Rank

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden has officially completed her officer training, achieving the rank of fänrik. This milestone follows her military training at the Stockholm Amphibious Regiment, a revisitation of her foundational soldier training in 2003. Victoria described the experience as both intense and rewarding, stating, "The tempo was higher than I perhaps thought," and expressed a desire for more time dedicated to discussions during the training program, emphasizing that she hoped it could have been extended for deeper engagement.

In light of current global events, she recognized the importance of understanding military and geopolitical contexts. She reflected, "We are very much affected by what happens in our surroundings." Following this completion, Victoria is now qualified to serve in the Swedish Armed Forces, either in a professional or reserve capacity.

Looking ahead, she plans to further her military education through a special officer training program at the Swedish Defence University, where she will focus on critical areas such as war science, maritime tactics, and military strategy. Victoria voiced her aspiration to inspire others to consider military careers, noting, "At least maybe awaken the thought that it’s not too late even if you are a little older," encouraging a broader demographic to explore service roles. This recent training marks another chapter in her long-standing commitment to both military service and her royal duties, which have included courses in political science and conflict resolution in previous years.