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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is the youngest son of King Charles III and Diana, Princess of Wales. As of 2023, he is fifth in line to the British throne.

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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is the youngest son of King Charles III and Diana, Princess of Wales. As of 2023, he is fifth in line to the British throne.

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Key Facts & Information

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

  • Full Name: Henry Charles Albert David
  • Born: Prince Henry of Wales | September 15, 1984
  • Spouse: Meghan Markle
  • Children: Archie and Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor
  • Education:
    • Eton College, 1998 – 2003
    • Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, 2005
  • Military: British Army, 2011 – 2015; Captain
  • Military Deployment: War in Afghanistan and Operation Herrick
  • Awards: Operational Service Medal for Afghanistan

EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION

  • During the reign of his grandmother Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Harry was born on September 15, 1984, in the Lindo Wing of St. Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London, as the second child of the Prince of Wales (now King Charles III) and his first wife, Diana, Princess of Wales. 
  • He was called “Harry” by family, friends, and the general public as a child. William and Harry were raised in Highgrove House in Gloucestershire and Kensington Palace in London.
  • In comparison to earlier royal children, Diana wanted him and his brother to have a wider variety of experiences and a deeper grasp of everyday life. 
  • She took them to places like McDonald’s, Walt Disney World, AIDS clinics, and homeless shelters, among other places.
  • From an early age, he traveled with his parents on business trips; in 1985, they made their first trip to Italy. In 1991 and 1998, he also went to Canada with his family.
  • In 1996, Harry’s parents divorced. The next year, his mother died in a motor vehicle accident in Paris.
  • He was accepted at Eton College after completing the entrance tests. In the past, the Mountbatten-Windsors had sent their children to Gordonstoun, where Harry’s grandfather, father, two uncles, and two cousins had all studied; the choice to send Harry to Eton broke that tradition. 
  • Harry did, however, continue in the family’s and the Spencers’ footsteps because both Diana’s father and brother went to Eton.

MILITARY CAREER

  • Harry attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst for his officer training. He completed his training to become a troop leader before being commissioned as a cornet into the Blues and Royals, where he temporarily served alongside his brother William.
  • He spent more than 10 weeks in Afghanistan’s Helmand Province in 2007–2008. In 2012–2013, he went back to Afghanistan for a 20-week Army Air Corps mission. 
  • In 2014, Harry founded the Invictus Games and continues to serve as its patron.
  • Since his uncle, Prince Andrew piloted helicopters during the Falklands War, Harry is the first member of the British royal family to serve in a combat zone. 
  • At the Combermere Barracks in May 2008, Harry received an Operational Service Medal for Afghanistan from his aunt, Princess Anne.
  • Harry referred to his ten years in the army (2005–2015) as “the happiest times in my life” in 2021. He has maintained a tight connection to the military since he left the army through the Invictus Games, honorary military postings, and other public activities.
  • An agreement for Harry to “step back from Royal duties, including official military appointments” was made, according to a statement released by Buckingham Palace on January 18, 2020. 
  • In February 2021, the Palace said the Duke would resign from his position as Captain General Royal Marines and return all other honorary military appointments.

PERSONAL LIFE

  • MARRIAGE: Prince Harry started seeing American actress Meghan Markle in the middle of 2016. In a statement made on November 27, 2017, Harry’s father, Prince Charles, announced their engagement. The wedding ceremony took place at St. George’s Chapel Windsor Castle on May 19, 2018.
  • CAREER. BetterUp Inc., a San Francisco-based health tech business that provides professional and mental health coaching, has Prince Harry as its chief impact officer. Prince Harry believes that emphasizing and prioritizing mental health helps people realize potential and opportunities they never realized they had. 
  • MEMOIR: Prince Harry shares his personal story for the first time. In the book titled “Spare,” released in January 2023, he wrote about his early years, the tremendous impact of losing his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, his turbulent adolescence, and his eventual service in Afghanistan with the British Army.
  • FOUNDATION. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex set up an organization called Archewell. The group consists of the couple’s non-profit philanthropic foundation as well as the for-profit Archewell Audio and Archewell Productions media production-focused commercial divisions.
  • With their two children, Archie and Lilibet, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex currently reside in Montecito, California.

TITLES AND STYLES

  • For military purposes, he went by the surname Wales and was referred to as “Captain Harry Wales” in those circumstances.
  • Queen Elizabeth II bestowed upon him the Dukedom of Sussex, the Earldom of Dumbarton, and the Barony of Kilkeel on the morning of his wedding. He received the title “His Royal Highness (HRH) the Duke of Sussex” as a result. 
  • He makes use of the Scottish earldom and the Northern Irish barony. Following their decision to step down from their royal responsibilities, Buckingham Palace stated on January 18, 2020, that Harry and his wife would stop using their Royal Highness styles as of March 31, 2020.

BRITISH HONORS

Each was an honorary medal produced to commemorate the 50th, 60th, and 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1952. People who served in the emergency services, penal services, or armed forces were all given the medal in the United Kingdom.
It is a campaign medal that was previously given out by the British Ministry of Defense in recognition of service rendered by members of the British Armed Forces in aid of the Afghan War following 2001.
The Queen awards it to individuals who have worked for her or the monarchy. The Prime Minister has no influence over who receives the honor, just like with the Orders of the Garter and Thistle.

COAT OF ARMS

  • Harry received his own coat of arms, which consists of the Arms of the Sovereign in Right of the United Kingdom with a label indicating the difference, on the occasion of his 18th birthday.
  • Since Harry is the sovereign’s grandchild, his coat of arms features a Label with five points for difference. His mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, whose Spencer coat of arms features a three escalloped argent, represented by the escallops (seashells).
  • CREST. A Lion guardant standing on an Or coronet of a descendant of the sovereign, distinguished by a Label as in the arms.
  • ESCUTCHEON. The Royal Arms differenced by a Label of three points Argent, each point charged with an Escallop Gules.
  • SUPPORTERS. As with the Royal Arms differenced by a like Coronet and Label.
  • ORDERS. The Royal Victorian Order circlet.
  • BANNER. The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom is labeled for difference as in his Arms.

Prince Harry Worksheets

This fantastic bundle includes everything you need to know about Prince Harry across 26 in-depth pages. These ready-to-use worksheets are perfect for teaching kids about Prince Harry. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is the youngest son of King Charles III and Diana, Princess of Wales. As of 2023, he is fifth in line to the British throne.

Complete List of Included Worksheets

Below is a list of all the worksheets included in this document.

  1. Prince Harry Facts
  2. Meet the Prince
  3. Royal Kids
  4. C-HARRY-ty
  5. Royal True Harry
  6. In Harry’s Time
  7. Harry Ever After
  8. Coat of Arms
  9. A Fair Race
  10. No Fairytale 
  11. Princes Hour

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Prince Harry?

Prince Harry, whose full name is Henry Charles Albert David, is a member of the British royal family. He was born on September 15, 1984, as the younger son of Prince Charles (the Prince of Wales) and Princess Diana. He is sixth in line to the British throne.

What is Prince Harry’s official title?

Prince Harry holds the title of “Duke of Sussex.” He was given this title by Queen Elizabeth II upon his marriage to Meghan Markle in May 2018. His full title is “His Royal Highness The Duke of Sussex, Earl of Dumbarton, and Baron Kilkeel.”

What is Prince Harry known for?

Prince Harry is known for his philanthropic work, including his efforts to support veterans, mental health initiatives, and charitable organizations. He served in the British Army, undertaking two tours of duty in Afghanistan. He has also been open about his personal struggles with mental health and has been an advocate for reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

When did Prince Harry marry Meghan Markle?

Prince Harry married Meghan Markle, an American actress, on May 19, 2018. Their wedding took place at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, England, and was attended by members of the royal family and other guests.

Why did Prince Harry and Meghan Markle step back from royal duties?

In early 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their decision to step back from their roles as senior members of the British royal family. They cited a desire for financial independence and a more private life. The decision was influenced by media scrutiny and the couple’s desire to pursue their own charitable endeavors. They moved to the United States and have since been involved in various media projects and philanthropic efforts.

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