Prince Harry faces a stinging humiliation as he finds himself excluded from an esteemed book honoring the top alumni of Sandhurst, a renowned military academy.
In what has been labeled a deliberate snub by a high-ranking Army Commander, the Duke of Sussex failed to secure a spot among the top 200 individuals to have trained at the Armed Forces Military College.
This exclusion stands in stark contrast to his brother, Prince William, who not only made the cut but also penned the forward for this exclusive guide. Surprisingly, even James Blunt, known for his military service in Kosovo, secured a place in the pages.
Interestingly, the California-based royal now shares the unfortunate company of military outcasts such as fascist leaders Oswald Mosley and Benson Freeman, who joined the Nazi party, serving as a WA and SS officer. Former British Army Commander Richard Kemp weighed in on the exclusion, expressing understanding and stating that while he might have included Harry, the prince's notable contributions during his military service were questionable. Kemp suggested that recent tensions with the royal family may have influenced the decision not to feature Harry.
Harry completed a 44-week training course at Sandhurst in 2005, leaving as an officer cadet in 2006. Authors Thor and Kent Payne, who compiled "They Also Served," a list of 200 Sandhurst trainees, noted that not everyone who trained at the academy was commendable, acknowledging the presence of traitors and miscreants among the alumni.
This humiliating setback for Harry occurs nearly a year after the release of his explosive memoir, "Spare," where he boasted about attacking 25 fighters and controversially portrayed those he killed as mere chess pieces rather than human beings. Criticism of his writing style intensified, with claims that no true war veteran would describe their service in such a callous manner.
The blow to Harry's military standing sends a significant message, challenging the narrative he often embraces as a military hero. Observers note that this exclusion is particularly jarring for Harry, given his close identification with a military identity.
As the new year unfolds, Harry faces additional challenges, including being linked with an Epstein associate through his work with the Aspen Institute. This comes alongside Megan's continued grandiose statements without substantial backing and a high-profile attorney scrutinizing and gathering evidence to challenge her alleged falsehoods. The year of reconciliation appears to be off to a rocky start for the royal couple.
