I worked for Charles — this is what will happen on Remembrance Sunday with Andrew
Former royal butler Grant Harrold shared how King Charles plans to approach Remembrance Sunday amid the ongoing controversies surrounding his younger brother, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.
Focus on duty over personal drama
According to Harrold, the King will “switch off from his personal dramas” as he participates in this year’s ceremony. Harrold, who worked for the King at Highgrove House, emphasized that Charles values the occasion deeply and will remain focused on his royal responsibilities.
The royal family’s deep connection to Remembrance
“Her Majesty had a three line whip for The Firm on Remembrance Sunday,” said Harrold.
He recalled that the late Queen Elizabeth II considered the day mandatory for all royals, especially since many members of the royal family have served in the Armed Forces. The Queen’s uncle, Fergus Bowes-Lyon, even lost his life in the Battle of Loos.
Harrold added that the royal family’s close ties to the military make Remembrance Sunday particularly significant. As the monarch and head of the armed forces, King Charles takes the commemoration “very seriously.”
Balancing tradition with personal challenges
Harrold noted that the King “loves tradition,” making his appearance at the Cenotaph an essential part of his duties. However, this year’s event comes at a sensitive moment, as Charles recently removed his brother Andrew’s princely title due to ongoing scrutiny over his association with Jeffrey Epstein.
Although Andrew, a Falklands War veteran, has not attended Remembrance Sunday ceremonies since stepping back from royal duties, Harrold believes the King will concentrate entirely on the solemnity of the day rather than be distracted by personal matters.
Author’s Resume
Grant Harrold explains that King Charles will prioritize royal duty and tradition during Remembrance Sunday, putting aside family controversies for the sake of national commemoration.