Holly Bridges

CAPT. JEAN LEROUX stands in front of St. James Palace, where he worked for the Duke and Duchess's household in preparation for the visit.

Comox military man serving a prince

For royal tours to Canada, equerries are chosen from the commissioned officers of the Canadian Forces — typically a major or lieutenant-colonel is appointed for the Queen while a captain is selected for the child of a monarch.

CAPT. JEAN LEROUX stands in front of St. James Palace, where he worked for the Duke and Duchess's household in preparation for the visit.