Patriotic Prince Harry to lead troops in Iraq war

PRINCE Harry, third in line to the British throne, is getting his wish to serve in Iraq.

Patriotic Prince Harry to lead troops in Iraq war
Fri, 23 Feb, 2007 - 00:00
Tariq Panja

The Ministry of Defence ended speculation that had been swirling for about a week by announcing yesterday the 22-year-old prince will be sent to Iraq with his Blues and Royals regiment in May or June.

Harry, a second lieutenant, will assume a troop commander’s role.

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