The Duke of Sussex says a way of “joke” and good temper in “self-deprecation” in pubs and playgrounds are among the many issues he loves about Britain and believes outline British tradition.
Although he lives in California, US, Prince Harry says, “Britain is and always will be the country I proudly served and fought for.”
He shared his views in an essay printed forward of the remembrance occasions, wherein the prince is scheduled to fulfill with army veterans in Canada this week.
Prince Harry, who served in Afghanistan, referred to as on folks to not overlook the contributions of veterans who might need assistance “after the uniforms come off”.
The essay, which doesn’t reference the scandal surrounding his uncle Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, appears at: “What it means to be British.”
He writes: “The dirty jokes, the clubhouse, the pubs, the stands – ridiculous as it may sound, these are the things that make us British. I make no apologies for it. I love it.”
Prince Harry additionally writes about taking inspiration from Ukrainians in his combat in opposition to Russian aggression.
He says, “Ukrainians have such a dark sense of self-deprecation and humor that I recognize more in us Britons than in any other.”
Prince Harry, who runs the Invictus Games for wounded service women and men, urged folks to “remember those whose bodies and minds still carry the burden of war, and the families who carry its memory in their hearts”.
Annual remembrance occasions shall be held this week, together with a ceremony on the Cenotaph in Whitehall on Sunday.
Prince Harry writes, “Remembrance has never been about glorifying war. It is about recognizing its cost: lives changed forever and lessons paid for through unimaginable sacrifice.”
“It's also about honoring those who choose to serve, knowing the cost.”
The essay is printed whereas her brother Prince William is in Brazil for his Earthshot environmental awards.
Prince Harry, who moved to the US greater than 5 years in the past, lately spoke on a podcast about his expertise of American tradition.
Host Hasan Minhaj requested him: “What's the most American thing you do now?” To which Harry replied: “Surf.”
But Harry stated he hasn't adopted different traits, like consuming Coors Light beer or carrying shorts to a restaurant.
In the podcast, Prince Harry additionally warned in regards to the risks of social media for youth.
With inputs from BBC