The Duke of Sussex joins King Charles in honouring fallen heroes ahead of Remembrance Day
Harry has expressed deep pride in his British roots, saying his heart “will always belong to Britain” in a touching open letter marking Remembrance Day.
The Duke of Sussex joined his father, King Charles, and the royal family in paying tribute to the armed forces as the nation prepared to honour those who gave their lives in service.
In his 647-word piece titled The Bond, The Banter, The Bravery: What it means to be British – By Prince Harry, the Duke reflected on the meaning of Remembrance and the courage of those who continue to serve.
“Remembrance has never been about glorifying war,” he wrote. “It’s about recognising its cost—the lives changed forever and the lessons paid for through unimaginable sacrifice. It’s also about honouring those who, knowing that cost, still choose to serve.”
Harry shared memories from his visit to war-torn Ukraine, praising the work of the Superhumans Centre, where soldiers are rebuilding their lives after life-changing injuries. As a global ambassador for Scotty’s Little Soldiers, he also penned notes to families of fallen service members, describing them as a lasting part of Britain’s collective duty of care.
The Duke emphasised that Remembrance should not end with a minute’s silence but serve as a “collective responsibility” to continue supporting veterans and their families.
In one of the letter’s most striking moments, Harry affirmed his enduring connection to the country he once served: “Though I may currently live in the United States, Britain is, and always will be, the country I proudly served and fought for.”
He closed by urging people to remain united and uphold the values for which so many sacrificed their lives.
