1 month ago 07th May 14:00
Britain's Princes William and Harry have raised almost £1 million for wounded troops.
The young royals were keen to get money for the forgotten victims of Iraq and Afghanistan after seeing the soldiers' plight when they both served as Army officers.
So after calling on their rich associates, the princes have raised £850,000 in just 12 weeks.
A source said: "The welfare of wounded troops is close to William and Harry's hearts because they've seen with their own eyes the guys suffering."
The welfare of wounded troops is close to William and Harry's hearts because they've seen with their own eyes the guys suffering.
Thousands of pounds more are expected to be donated tonight (07.05.08) at the Princes' City Salute tribute to the armed forces in London, an event many of the city's big earners have been invited to.
The money raised by the princes will be split between forces' charities Help For Heroes and the Soldiers, Sailors, Airman and Families Association (SSAFA).
Help for Heroes was launched in October 2007 to aid men and women wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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