Crown Princess Leonor Embarks on Juan Sebastián Elcano: Climbing Masts, Navigation with Sextant, and Security Detail
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Headline: Princess Leonor's Naval Adventure: Sailing Towards Her Future as a Midshipman
Stow Away in Leonor's Seafaring Expedition
The Princess of Asturias, Leonor, embarks on an exhilarating voyage as a midshipman aboard the venerable training ship, Juan Sebastián de Elcano. This epic seafaring adventure began on January 11 and now steers towards Brazil, the first port of call on this extensive maritime journey.
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In a series of captivating images released by the Royal House, Leonor can be seen scaling the masts of the Juan Sebastián de Elcano, securing the sails with her fellow cadets from the Naval Military School. Rest assured, every inch of these towering masts is traversed with her and her crew donning safety harnesses - safety first!
Her mission doesn't end there. Leonor demonstrates her knowledge of celestial navigation by using a sextant to determine the ship's position. However, it's not all hard work. She can be seen chatting with her comrades before lunch or engrossed in one of the classes she receives on board, delving into fascinating subjects such as Navigation, Astronomy, Meteorology, Amphibious Operations, Combat Support, and Maneuvers.
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This prolonged voyage will take them to Salvador de Bahía, Brazil, the first port of call on the American continent. After departing from Cádiz on January 11, they have already stopped at Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, setting sail for Brazil on January 23. The arrival in Brazil is anticipated for February 14.
Following Brazil, the Juan Sebastián de Elcano will call at Uruguay, Chile, Peru, Panama, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic, before concluding its journey in New York. Instead of returning across the Atlantic like the other midshipmen, Leonor will fly to Spain from the United States to board a frigate and continue her training. Once her training is complete, she will return to board in Gijón to continue the Elcano voyage, passing through Ferrol and finally arriving at the Naval Military School.
These seafaring escapades form a crucial part of the Princess's maritime education, encompassing a three-year training program.
Source: EUROPAPRESS
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- What about Princess Leonor's outdoor-living and preparation for her future in Asturias, the region where she will return after her maritime training?
- Despite her royal status, Leonor's crew aboard the Juan Sebastián de Elcano includes even civilian masters, demonstrating the diversity of trade in the Spanish Army.
- As her naval adventure progresses, Leonor's lifestyle on board revolves around fascinating subjects such as home-and-garden, which includes learning about Navigation, Astronomy, and Meteorology.
- Before the Juan Sebastián de Elcano sets sail towards the Dominican Republic and New York, every aspect of outdoor-living is being thoroughly prepared, ensuring a successful and safe journey for Princess Leonor and her crew.
