Who is Prince Williams’ squire, Lieutenant Commander Rob Dixon?

LIEUTENANT Commander Rob Dixon is Prince William’s right-hand man.

But who is he and what does the role of squire involve? Here’s what we know about him.

Who is Prince Williams’ squire, Lieutenant Commander Rob Dixon?

Lieutenant Commander Rob Dixon was appointed to the royal household as equerry to Prince William and Princess Kate in September 2020.

His first title was Royal Equerry for HRH The Duke of Cambridge.

After Queen Elizabeth II died in 2022, Lieutenant Commander Dixon’s title changed to Equerry for Her Royal Highness the Prince and Princess of Wales.

Lieutenant Commander Dixon worked for the Royal Navy for 23 years, where he spent his entire career.

Dixon went to school at Dr Challoner’s Grammar School in Buckinghamshire before joining the Royal Navy.

He rose through the ranks of the Navy, with an impressive list of duties.

Most recently, he worked as a helicopter instructor between 2017 and 2020.

As equerry to the Prince and Princess of Wales, Dixon accompanied the royals to numerous official events and occasions.

He accompanied the royal couple to funeralof Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh at Windsor Castle and the vigil held in honor of the late Queen at Westminster Hall in 2022.

Dixon was also photographed alongside Prince William at some 2023 Rugby World Cup matches.

What is a squire?

A squire is an officer of a royal house or courtwho acts as a personal assistant to members of the royal family.

The role is usually performed by a senior officer from one of the armed forces and typically lasts three years.

It is thought that royalty chooses their squires themselves.

They are rarely called upon for service, but the attendance of squires may be requested if necessary.

King Charles III’s squire is Major Jonathan Thompson.

Other working members of the Royal Family may also appoint squires.

squire of King George VI Peter Townsend had a forbidden love affair with the late Princess Margaret, a relationship dramatized in the hit Netflix series The Crown.

What does a squire do?

Historically, a squire was an officer in charge of the stables of a member of the Royal Family.

Today the position is held by the Crown Equerry, which manages the Royal Mews, and holds a distinct position.

The role of squire dates back to the 18th century and, until now, has only been performed by men.

The role of a squire involves being regularly present, both within the royal residence and outside it, at public engagements.

In addition to assisting with royal duties, the squire is the “eyes and ears” of the monarch.

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