Prince Harry Commemorates 70th Anniversary of Monte Cassino in Italy

On 18/05/2014, Prince Harry represented Queen Elizabeth II at ceremonies marking the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino in Italy. The commemorations took place at sites associated with the 1944 campaign, one of the most significant battles of the Italian campaign during the Second World War. During the visit, Prince Harry attended remembrance services at the Commonwealth War Cemetery near Cassino, where thousands of Allied soldiers are buried. He met with military veterans, including those who had taken part in the battle, as well as representatives from participating nations. The events honored the multinational forces involved in the campaign, including troops from the United Kingdom, Poland, India, and other Allied forces. The Battle of Monte Cassino, fought between January and May 1944, resulted in heavy casualties on both sides before Allied forces succeeded in breaking through German defensive positions. The anniversary ceremonies in 2014 brought together officials, veterans, and families to mark seven decades since the conflict. Prince Harry’s participation reflected his role in supporting military remembrance events and his connection to the Armed Forces, following his own service in the British Army.