Prince William becomes SAS charity patron

The Prince of Wales has accepted the role of patron of the Special Air Service (SAS) Regimental Association, the charity supporting serving and former members of the elite Army unit.

Prince William said he was proud to take on the position as he feels a deep sense of honour and respect by looking forward to working with the association, which provides welfare and support to SAS personnel and their families.

The chair of the association welcomed the announcement, describing it as a source of great delight in a newsletter to members.

In a message included in the newsletter, the prince reflected on his long-standing connection with the SAS, recalling his first visit to Stirling Lines, the headquarters of 22 SAS Regiment in Credenhill, Herefordshire, during his childhood.

He also spent time with the regiment later in life while serving as a young army officer, and has remained in contact with the SAS community ever since.

Prince William completed more than seven years of military service after training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. He ended his military career in 2013 as a search and rescue helicopter pilot at RAF Valley in Anglesey.

Accepting the patronage, he described the SAS as a symbol of courage, resilience and dedication to duty, adding that the association plays a vital role in maintaining the bonds formed in service and offering essential support. He also pledged to help ensure the sacrifices and achievements of SAS members, past and present, continue to be recognised.

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