THE PROOF IS in the pictures.

1. He has the Stately Pose down

The Queen is still trying to teach this one to Cam but one is happy with Larry here.

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2. Patriotism comes easy

He doen’t even need to be told to put on the Union Flag dress – that’s the UK equivalent to Ireland’s green jersey.

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3. He has time for the electorate

And not just on organised photocalls.

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But he’s good at those too

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4. He has a great relationship with the public service

Even though there have been rocky moments…

They still know who’s boss…”You first, sir!”

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5. He’s one step ahead at all times

Who did you think tells Sam when someone’s at the door?

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6. He has real life experience

One wasn’t born with a silver spoon in one’s mouth.

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7. He’s not to be f**ked with

Someone is not happy about today’s rain and someone is going to feel his wrath for it. There’s no messin’ with that face.

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8. But he still knows how to let his hair down, when needs be

He’s not going to look silly during important-but-happy events. One can celebrate in a dignified manner.

9. Simply Churchill-ian

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