During a poignant moment at a D-Day anniversary event, Prince William moved crowds to tears with a heartfelt message shared from a husband to his wife.
Addressing UK's war heroes on Wednesday, the Prince of Wales evoked deep emotions as he read an excerpt from a letter penned by Captain Alastair Bannerman of the Royal Warwickshire Regiment.
Struggling to contain his own emotions, Prince William began, "Captain Alastair Bannerman addressed to his wife and written in his diary on the morning of D-Day: 'It is now 03.00 hours in the morning and I have just been up to the bridge...'"
The future king continued to recount the touching words of Captain Bannerman, expressing his thoughts and feelings as he prepared for battle, expressing love and concern for his family back home.
"Captain Bannerman survived the landings and the war, being taken prisoner and returning home to his wife and sons in April the next year," Prince William added. "Too many never returned. They remain in 'some corner of a foreign field that is forever England.'"
In a solemn conclusion, Prince William honored the bravery of those who served, the families who waited anxiously for their return, and the ultimate sacrifice made by so many.
"Today we remember the bravery of those who crossed this sea to liberate Europe. Those who ensured that Operation Overlord was a success. And those who waited for their safe return," he concluded, leaving a lasting impression on all who listened.
