Prince Harry: Through The Years With The Duke Of Sussex

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Prince Harry

Prince Harry is now 40 years old and has had an eventful life thus far. We take a look back at the past three and a half decades of his royal life. These are the best pictures!

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Prince Harry and Princess Diana

Prince Harry was born on September 15th, 1984 in London and baptized as Henry Charles Albert David on December 21st, 1984 at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. His official title is Henry Charles Albert David Duke of Sussex and he is sixth in line to the throne.

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Princess Diana, Prince Harry and Prince William

Prince Harry attended Jane Mynors' nursery school and Wetherby School in Notting Hill, London. He then attended Ludgrove School boarding school in Berkshire before being admitted to the prestigious Eton College.

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Princess Diana, Prince Harry and Prince William

Prince Harry's mother Princess Diana wanted her children to have a more modern and less sheltered upbringing than previous royal children and the family visited all kinds of different venues ranging from McDonald's and Disney World to homeless shelters and AIDS clinics.

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Princess Diana's Funeral

In 1997, when Prince Harry was just 12 years old, his mother Princess Diana died in a tragic car accident in Paris. Harry and his brother were staying at Balmoral when the accident happened and Prince Charles told his sons about their mother's death. He walked behind the funeral cortège with his father, brother, Prince Philip, and Earl Spencer from Kensington Palace to Westminster Abbey.

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Prince Harry

Prince Harry is athletic and is a keen sportsman, playing various sports including competitive polo, which he plays regularly to raise money for charity. He is a talented skier and also enjoys motocross. He is also a big rugby fan and excelled at the sport at school.

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Prince Harry

After completing his education in 2003 he took a gap year working on a cattle ranch in Australia, as his father had done before him. In November 2003 he played in the Young England versus Young Australia Polo Test match, which was held near Sydney. He also traveled to Lesotho where he helped build a clinic for an orphanage for children suffering from AIDS. Whilst there he produced the documentary film "The Forgotten Kingdom" to help raise awareness of the plight of children suffering from the disease.

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Prince Harry in Afghanistan

Prince Harry completed his officer training at Sandhurst Royal Military Academy in 2006. In 2008, after serving for two years, he was promoted to lieutenant.

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Prince Harry

In 2007 Prince Harry served for over ten weeks in Helmand, Afghanistan. He returned there in 2012 with the Army Air Corps for twenty weeks.

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Prince Harry and the USA Wheelchair Rugby Team

He created and is a patron of, the Invictus Games Foundation. During the event, wounded, injured, and sick armed services personnel take part in a number of sports including indoor rowing and wheelchair basketball. Harry has dedicated a lot of his efforts into supporting wounded and injured veterans and making sure they receive the medical and mental health help they need.

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, is one of the most captivating figures in modern royalty, known for his dedication to charitable causes, high-profile relationships, and a life often in the spotlight. From his early days as a royal to his recent ventures, here are some key highlights of his remarkable life!

A Look at Prince Harry's Most Defining Moments

Prince Harry’s life has been marked by personal milestones, professional achievements, and a continual effort to use his platform for good. His journey, from royal duties to his current philanthropic work, highlights his dedication to both his family and the global community.

From his days being a goofy child to serving in the military, check out some of our favourite Prince Harry photos here!