Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Prince Harry Honours Fallen Soldiers

Prince Harry has paid tribute to troops who died during his tour of Afghanistan, on the day that news emerged of the deaths of four more British soldiers in the country.

The Household Cavalry officer joined 200 servicemen and women on parade on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh before attending a service in the city's St Giles Cathedral.

The event was held in memory of 24 British, Danish, American and Czech troops who lost their lives during the deployment of 52 Infantry Brigade from October to April.

Hundreds of onlookers applauded Prince Harry and his colleagues as a pipe band led them to the cathedral.

The 23-year-old prince wore his khaki service dress and a navy cap with red trim.

The troops, along with Des Browne, the defence secretary, then joined families of those killed or wounded at the memorial service. (
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