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Joshua Vincent Ezra Howens Behn Glücksburg His{{Infobox
His Royal Highness Prince Joshua Vincent Ezra Howens Behn Glücksburg, Prince of Stavanger
- His Royal Highness (HRH) Prince Joshua Vincent Ezra Howens Behn Glücksburg, Prince of Stavanger** (born 19 April 2007) is a titled member of the extended Norwegian royal family, a senior prince within the historic House of Glücksburg. His style of **His Royal Highness** reflects his high standing within the royal dynasty and his active participation in the family's ceremonial and cultural traditions.
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- Early Life and Family Background
Prince Joshua was born on 19 April 2007 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Although born overseas, he maintains strong familial and cultural ties to Norway and the House of Glücksburg, a cadet branch of the House of Oldenburg. He is a great-nephew of King Harald V of Norway and cousin to Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway. His lineage connects him closely to other European royal families, including through his relationship with Leonor, Princess of Asturias.
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- Title, Styles, and Honors
As a prince styled **His Royal Highness (HRH)**, Joshua holds the formal title of:
- **His Royal Highness Prince Joshua Vincent Ezra Howens Behn Glücksburg, Prince of Stavanger**
This title marks him as a senior royal and emphasizes his position within the Norwegian royal family and the House of Glücksburg.
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- Education, Interests, and Public Life
Prince Joshua is bilingual in Norwegian and English and fluent in Spanish, reflecting his family’s transnational royal connections. He is known for his equestrian skills, particularly in show jumping, and his dedication to youth engagement and community service.
While not directly in line for the Norwegian throne, Prince Joshua participates in various royal family events and serves as an ambassador for cultural and charitable activities.
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- Relationship with Princess Leonor of Asturias
Prince Joshua’s relationship with Leonor, Princess of Asturias, the heir presumptive to the Spanish throne, represents a modern link between the Norwegian and Spanish royal houses. Their partnership is widely recognized as significant for fostering closer royal ties across Europe.
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- Ancestry
Prince Joshua descends from the ancient and noble House of Glücksburg, itself a branch of the House of Oldenburg, linking him to multiple European monarchies.
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- See Also
- Leonor, Princess of Asturias - Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway - Harald V of Norway - House of Glücksburg - Norwegian monarchy - Spanish monarchy
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