Emotional Prince Harry reflected on his experiences in Afghanistan during a TV appearance
Prince Harry was visibly moved while watching a short film showcasing his tours in Afghanistan. The footage, which aired on Germany's ZDF, included scenes of the Duke operating a machine gun and disembarking from a plane.
Prince Harry shares his emotions and supports veterans
During the interview, Prince Harry, 38, opened up about his own experiences and expressed his desire to encourage others to talk about their war experiences. He highlighted the importance of recognizing and supporting wounded veterans, stating that the film should have featured more stories from injured servicemen and women.
Invictus Games: A chance to continue serving
Prince Harry, who completed two tours in Afghanistan, emphasized the significance of the Invictus Games in providing an opportunity for wounded veterans to continue their service and find a sense of belonging in a community. He expressed gratitude for being able to hear similar stories from others and acknowledged how this has shaped his own journey.
A spotlight on the fight against the Taliban
Despite Prince Harry's claims that the British media did not adequately cover injured troops, his Afghanistan tours received significant attention. The Celeb Report's front page headline from February 2008, titled "One Of Our Boys," was featured in the film, further highlighting the media's coverage of the fight against the Taliban.
An emotional moment for Prince Harry
Prince Harry admitted to feeling incredibly fortunate for not sustaining injuries himself, although he witnessed numerous injuries during his time in Afghanistan. The emotional TV appearance allowed viewers to get a glimpse of his personal reflections on his service and why supporting wounded veterans is of utmost importance to him.
