As many members of the royal family attended the annual memorial service at the Cenotaph this morning, Prince Harry found a unique way to mark the day honoring veterans and those who died in service.
The Duke of Sussex has written a letter to children who have lost parents who have served in the military. These children are members of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, a charity for bereaved British Army children and youth.
“We share the loss of a parent, so we share a bond without seeing each other. I know firsthand the pain and grief that comes with loss and I want you to know you are not alone.” ” wrote Harry.
“It may be painful to pay homage to heroes like your mother and father today, but knowing that their love for you lives on and shines through is a comfort to you. I hope you find strength and strength whenever you want to be reminded of this, I encourage you to cuddle up to your friends at Scotty’s Little Soldiers. We all know that some days are harder than others, but when we’re together, these days are easier.
Read the full letter here.
Prince Harry has been working with Scotty’s Little Soldiers for several years now, and even wore a Santa Claus costume in the organization’s special video in 2019.
Scotty’s Little Soldiers founder said, “We are so grateful for Prince Harry’s continued support. I know, it means a lot to them knowing that his thoughts are with them,” said Nicky Scott. “Receiving his letter on Remembrance Sunday gave them a huge boost on a proud but difficult day.”
Last year, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spent time with service members and their families to mark Veterans Day in America and Memorial Day in Britain.In 2020, they visited the Los Angeles National Cemetery. rice field.
Prince Harry said on the military podcast Declassified in 2020, “It’s not just the soldiers I know who wear poppies, but the ones I didn’t know.” Forever changed, and those who never came back.I wear it, all the veterans and their loved ones, especially our Invictus family.These are the ones I salute. It’s the people and moments you remember.
The Duke of Sussex said memory is “a way to preserve the legacy of an entire generation and show appreciation for the sacrifices they made to enable them to live their lives today”.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex last attended a memorial event with the royal family in 2019, shortly before moving to California and stepping down as senior royals.
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