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King’s Troop Soldier Dies in Windsor Horse Show Accident

5/17/2026

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King's Troop Fatality

A King’s Troop soldier died after falling from a horse at the Windsor Horse Show on May 15, 2026.
King Charles III said he was shocked, saddened and will contact the family.
Thames Valley Police treat the death as non-suspicious and have requested information (ref 521).
The Army confirmed family have been notified and said show will continue without King’s Troop display as investigators work with Ministry of Defence.

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Windsor Show Celebrates

The Royal Windsor Horse Show runs each May on Windsor Castle’s grounds, with international show jumping, dressage, driving and endurance contests.
The show began in 1943 as a wartime fundraiser, creating a lasting military link.
Royal attendance began with King George VI, the Queen Mother and Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret, and later included Queen Elizabeth II’s own horses.
The King’s Troop, Royal Horse Artillery – the fallen rider’s unit – provides ceremonial salutes.

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King's Troop Fatality

A King’s Troop soldier died after falling from a horse at the Windsor Horse Show on May 15, 2026.
King Charles III said he was shocked, saddened and will contact the family.
Thames Valley Police treat the death as non-suspicious and have requested information (ref 521).
The Army confirmed family have been notified and said show will continue without King’s Troop display as investigators work with Ministry of Defence.

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