Long before Prince Harry’s marriage to Meghan Markle, he was very in active in social reform and was even a part of the Military. Today marks the 18th anniversary of his completion of officer training at the prestigious Sandhurst Military Academy in 2006, a significant milestone in his career.
His experiences in the military undoubtedly shaped his character, teaching him valuable lessons in perseverance and determination.
Following his training, Prince Harry was deployed to Afghanistan’s Helmand province in 2007, showcasing his dedication and service to his country.
Unfortunately, his tour was cut short due to a breached media blackout just 10 weeks in, leaving him understandably frustrated. Unfortunately, this was a huge blow to his military career. Royal expert Duncan Larcombe highlighted this as one of the toughest periods in Harry’s life, emphasizing how only Chelsy Davy and Botswana could calm him during this challenging time.