Prince Harry’s upcoming aviation award has come under question by his biographer, Angela Levin.
Levin, a renowned journalist with an impressive portfolio, including work for The Observer, Daily Mail, Mail on Sunday, and The Daily Telegraph, as well as several published royal books, shared her thoughts on Harry’s recognition.
The Prince is set to be honored at the 21st Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards for his contribution to aviation and aerospace.
During her recent appearance on GB News, Levin expressed her doubts about the award.
She informed TV presenter Mark Dolan that Prince Harry had only spent 20 weeks in Afghanistan and was merely a companion on the plane, not the one making crucial decisions.
Levin went further to suggest that this particular charity may require payment for receiving an award.
She drew a comparison to Meghan, stating that she had received numerous accolades without clear justification, speculating that money may have played a role in this instance as well.
Dolan responded by mentioning that they had reached out to Archwell, the organization representing the Sussexes, and they denied any involvement of money in the awards.
“We’ve been in touch with Archwell today, who of course represents the Sussexes, and they’ve said that it’s categorically untrue that any money changed hands in relation to these awards,” Dolan clarified.
Adding to the controversy, an ex-user shared a screenshot from Wikipedia, claiming that the Living Legends of Aviation award was a paid-for honor in the aerospace industry.
This sparked further skepticism among netizens, with some questioning Prince Harry’s eligibility for the award due to alleged failure in his theoretical exam.
In fact, a Change.org petition has been initiated by LadyCatSW, urging a reconsideration of Prince Harry for the Living Legends award.
LadyCatSW asserts that the information circulating is inaccurate.
According to members of his platoon and his commander, Prince Harry never flew in combat.
The petition argues that misrepresenting his achievements is not only incorrect but also disrespectful to those who genuinely meet the qualifications on a daily basis.
It calls for awards to be based on merit and accurate representation rather than status or title.
The petition aims to highlight the need to recognize true heroes who risk their lives in service to their countries and urges Living Legends of Aviation to reconsider their decision.
This controversy surrounding Prince Harry’s award comes on the heels of his alleged exclusion from a new books list featuring the top 200 military alumni from Sandhurst.
Vaughan Kent-Payne’s recently published book, “They Also Served,” showcases the top graduates from the prestigious military academy, including notable figures such as wartime Prime Minister Winston Churchill, Nigerian President Muthala Mohammed, Oscar-winning actor David Niven, and even Prince William.
The foreword of the book was penned by Prince Charles himself.
The scrutiny over Prince Harry’s aviation award raises questions about the selection process and the credibility of the honors bestowed upon individuals.
As the debate continues, it remains to be seen whether the Living Legends of Aviation will reconsider their decision and whether Prince Harry’s recognition will be upheld or challenged further.