Prince George could be introduced to 'gruesome' royal tradition this summer
ok.co.ukPrince George, the eldest son of the Prince and Princess of Wales, might be introduced to a rather "gruesome" royal tradition during their annual visit to Balmoral estate this month, according to royal author Duncan Larcombe.
In his 2017 book Prince Harry: The Inside Story, Duncan revealed that George, 11, could potentially join his father and other members of the Royal Family for a stag hunt, a controversial pastime long enjoyed by his ancestors.
However, the royal commentator also hinted at a centuries-old "ritual" associated with the tradition that the young prince might have to face just like his father and uncle, Prince Harry, had to.
Duncan wrote: "The Palace has refused to comment on claims that Prince George will be initiated into one of the slightly more gruesome royal traditions this summer." He added: "It was reported that he will join his father on a stag-hunting shoot while they visit the Balmoral estate this month.Traditionally, the blood of a hunter's first kill is spread on their face, a ritual that goes back centuries." The author continued: "Years ago, Kate joined the royals on a shoot, but it's unclear whether George will be expected to follow suit." This wouldn't be the first time such an unusual practice has been linked to the Royal Family.
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