Prince Harry keeps a unique collection of Ukrainian Defense Force brigade combat chevrons in his California home office. This information came to light accidentally thanks to a social media post by his wife, Meghan Markle.
In one Instagram Stories video, where Meghan shows her husband her new chocolate collection, a frame with Ukrainian chevrons is clearly visible in the background behind the prince. The video quickly caught the attention of internet users.
Symbols of Ukrainian brigades in a place of honor
The frame contains patches including:
– marine infantry brigades,
– landing and assault troops,
– 3rd Assault Brigade,
– Ukrainian Volunteer Corps,
– United Assault Brigade of the National Police “Lut”,
– as well as other units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
The exhibition occupies a visible and honorary place in the prince’s office, which – according to commentators – has a clear symbolic dimension.
A gift from the Ukrainian team at the Invictus Games
As Ukrainian media reports, the chevron collection was presented to Prince Harry in 2025 by the Ukrainian national team participating in the Invictus Games. The press service of the 112th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade announced this on social media at the time.
The Invictus Games, an international sporting event for veterans and soldiers wounded in service, was initiated by Prince Harry. Since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion, Ukrainian athletes have regularly participated, and the Prince has repeatedly publicly expressed his support for Ukraine and its veterans.
A symbol of solidarity
Although Prince Harry himself has not publicly commented on this particular display, the presence of the Ukrainian Defence Forces chevrons in his private office is seen by many as a clear gesture of solidarity with Ukraine and a sign of respect for its soldiers and veterans.
Source: 24tv.ua
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