Princess Anne, the beloved Princess Royal, played a prominent role in her brother King Charles’ Coronation.

The 72-year-old princess took part in the Coronation procession as the gold stick in waiting, following the crowning ceremony.

This prestigious position, which she has held since 1998, dates back to the 15th century when two officers, a gold stick and a silver stick, were appointed to protect the monarch from harm.

Riding on horseback behind King Charles, 74, and Queen Camilla, 75, in the gold state coach, Princess Anne led 6,000 armed services personnel through the streets of London in the procession.

While many members of the royal family participated in the parade by riding in horse-drawn carriages or cars, Princess Anne stood out as the only royal to ride on horseback.

In a recent interview with CBC News, Princess Anne humorously spoke about the perks of her role.

As the Colonel of the Blues and Royals in the Household Cavalry Regiment, she serves as the gold stick in waiting.

The gold stick was originally responsible for close protection, and when asked if she would like to take on this role for the coronation, Princess Anne gladly accepted, stating that it even solved her dress problem.

Princess Anne has already made history at Queen Elizabeth’s funeral.

She became the first female royal to participate in the Vigil of the Princes, where children of the monarch stand a symbolic watch over the coffin.

Known for her dedication and hard work, Princess Anne often takes on the most royal engagements in a year, earning her the title of the hardest working member of the royal family.

In December, she and her youngest brother Prince Edward were named councillors of state, allowing them to fulfill constitutional duties on behalf of King Charles if he is abroad or unwell.

Traditionally, the position of councillor of state belongs to the monarch’s spouse, followed by the first four individuals in the line of succession over the age of 21.

However, with Prince Harry and Prince Andrew no longer serving as senior working royals, Parliament decided to expand the cohort to include two more individuals who could stand in for King Charles.

This change was made through the Councillors of State Act 2022, which amends the Regency Acts 1937-1953.

This role as councillors of state is not new for Princess Anne and Prince Edward.

They previously held this position for Queen Elizabeth until they were surpassed in the line of succession by King Charles and Prince Andrew’s children and grandchildren.

Princess Anne’s active involvement in her brother’s Coronation and her ongoing dedication to her royal duties highlight her commitment to the monarchy and her willingness to serve.

As King Charles ascends to the throne, he can rely on his sister to support him in his new role as the monarch of the United Kingdom.