We will not see this time Prince Harry In his uniform … This Tuesday (13), the Duke of Sussex responded to Buckingham Palace’s decision to allow only those who serve the royal family and hold military rank to wear uniforms to funerals. Queen Elizabeth II. In a statement sent by his representatives, Harry said the moment should be about his grandmother, no matter what she wears to the party.
“Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, to wear morning dress to event in honor of his grandmother”His spokesman said. “His contract of military service is not determined by the uniform he wears and we respectfully request that the focus be on the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II.”has done
Although he served in the army for 10 years and fought in Afghanistan, the Duke will not be able to dress for any of the five traditional events leading up to the King’s funeral, including a final vigil in Westminster. The decision was made because Archie and Lilibet’s father is a non-working member of the royal family.
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In contrast, Prince Andrew was made an exception. In January 2022, the Queen’s third son was stripped of his military titles and royal patronage after Virginia Roberts accused Joffrey of sexual abuse. However, for the last time he was only allowed to wear his military uniform. According to NBC News, a representative of King Charles III has commented that the Duke of York will be able to wear the outfit. “A special token of the Queen’s respect at the last vigil.”
Harry spent ten years in the army, rising to the rank of captain and serving two missions in Afghanistan. He continues to work with his military colleagues as a post-traumatic life support caregiver for men and women injured during their military service. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped down as “senior royals” in early 2020 to become financially independent from the Royal Family.
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Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8 at the age of 96, hours after Buckingham Palace issued a statement saying doctors were “concerned” about her health. The funeral will take place on September 19 at Westminster Abbey in London.
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