Tributes paid to ‘immensely professional’ soldier who died at Royal Windsor Horse Show
Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan, a soldier and jockey, passed away at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. Her commanding officer described her as an 'immensely professional soldier' and a 'bright light in any room.' Tributes have been paid to her exceptional contributions both in the military and equestrian fields.
- ▪Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan died on Friday at the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
- ▪She was recognized as an 'exceptional jockey' by the Ministry of Defence.
- ▪Her commanding officer praised her professionalism and positive presence.
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NewsUKHome NewsTributes paid to ‘immensely professional’ soldier who died at Royal Windsor Horse ShowThe Ministry of Defence said Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan was an ‘exceptional jockey’Sian Elvin Monday 18 May 2026 16:21 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"b2978810","articleMeta":{"url":"https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/royal-windsor-horse-show-soldier-death-b2978810.html","title":"Tributes paid to soldier who died at Royal Windsor Horse Show"}}Your support helps us to tell the storyRead moreSupport NowFrom reproductive rights to…
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