Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex were notably absent from Monday's 80th anniversary VE Day celebrations in London amid a diary clash.
The siblings, children of Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie, missed the military procession and majestic fly past that marked the historic occasion.
Monday’s proceedings commemorated 80 years since the end of World War Two in Europe on May 8, 1945 and saw King Charles and Queen Camilla joined by Prince William, Kate and their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis at Buckingham Palace.
While the Royal Family did not officially announce the reason for their absence, it appears their academic commitments took priority.
Lady Louise, and James, Earl of Wessex were notably absent from the VE Day.
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Both young royals are currently focused on their studies, with important examinations approaching.
This marks another major event that has been missed in recent months as they prioritise their education over public appearances. Lady Louise could not attend the Royal Family's annual Easter celebrations due to her academic commitments.
James, the youngest of the siblings, is currently studying for his A-levels.
Despite his academic focus, he did manage to attend the Easter service at St George's Chapel, taking a brief break from his studies.
Lady Louise, meanwhile, is in her third year at St Andrews University in Scotland, completing an English degree.
The Royal Family gathered to take part in the commemoration.
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The 21-year-old is fully dedicated to her coursework as exams at the prestigious university begin on May 10.
St Andrews holds royal significance as the institution where the Prince and Princess of Wales met in 2001.
Lady Louise has embraced a quiet university life, deliberately maintaining a low profile and avoiding unwanted attention.
Beyond her academic studies, Lady Louise has immersed herself in university extracurricular activities.
Both Lady Louise and James, Earl of Wessex are immersed in their studies.
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She joined the St Andrews University Officers' Training Corps, where she has received basic weapons training and leadership lessons.
The royal has also participated in several student productions during her time at university.
Lady Louise is widely known to be considering a career in either the military or diplomacy after graduation.
Should she choose a military path, she would be following in the footsteps of her late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.
The Queen made history by joining the Auxiliary Territorial Service in 1945, becoming the first female Royal Family member to serve as a full-time active member of the Armed Services.
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Lady Louise is considering a future in either the military or diplomacy after her graduation.
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Despite her low-key university lifestyle, Lady Louise typically attends major Royal Family events.
She has been present at significant occasions including the King's Coronation, Trooping the Colour, and Christmas and Easter services.
Her last public appearance with her parents was during the Christmas Day church service at Sandringham last December.
