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The Times of India
The Times of India
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TOI World Desk

How Prince Harry turned one visit into the Invictus Games

The experience of seeing the scars and physical challenges that wounded soldiers face up close was an eye-opening one that completely changed the perception of Prince Harry. On a tour of an adaptive sports competition across the Atlantic Ocean, the determination of wounded soldiers made him realise something that would completely change his life. While everyone expected that charitable acts of royals were always about discreet check presentations and hospital visits, this one act became the foundation of a global movement.

However, many years have passed since that crucial expedition, and today the legacy of the international competition has significantly influenced veteran rehabilitation efforts once again. Realising that the conventional healthcare offered in hospitals was merely a starting point for recovery, Prince Harry decided to develop a special platform that would be aimed at capturing the genuine spirit of military service. In particular, he found a solution to translate it into an athletic battle on an epic scale. Therefore, the project became an excellent example of how one can shift the world's attention not only from sympathy but also prove that unity is the key factor that allows overcoming all challenges faced.

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