King Charles has a heartfelt conversation with a veteran about cancer treatment

During his visit to the Army Flying Museum in Hampshire on May 13, King Charles spoke with army veteran Aaron Mapplebeck about the effects of cancer treatment, according to The Sun. 

Mapplebeck shared his own experience with similar side effects after undergoing chemotherapy for testicular cancer. 

The King's openness about his cancer treatment coincides with his recent return to royal duties after making significant progress in his recovery since being diagnosed with cancer on February 5. 

Additionally, during the visit, King Charles transferred the title of Colonel-in-Chief of the Army Air Corps from Prince Harry to Prince William in a ceremony at the Army Aviation Centre in Hampshire. 

The transition occurred following the pair's absence from Prince Harry's Invictus Games Foundation’s 10th-anniversary Service of Thanksgiving on May 8. 

Buckingham Palace has not released specifics about the King's treatment, but royal officials have confirmed he is undergoing treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer. 

The Sun notes that the King appeared in good spirits during the visit, interacting warmly with crowds, and shared a meaningful embrace with Prince William in front of an Apache helicopter, symbolizing the passing of responsibility from Harry to William.