In a remarkable memoir, Prince Harry bared his soul, sharing deeply personal moments and shedding light on his relationships with family members leading up to his deployment in Afghanistan.

Contrary to popular belief, a close friend of the prince insists that the intention behind the memoir was not to attack the royal family but rather to alleviate the burden of past trauma.

Detailing his most painful memories, Prince Harry delved into his private life, offering intimate insights into his experiences.

The book serves as a platform for the prince to unburden himself and confront the ghosts of his past.

Edward Charles Featherstone, a pseudonym used by Harry’s former friend, revealed that discussing and writing about traumatic events is widely recognized as an effective way to cope with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Featherstone added that it seems likely that Harry suffered from PTSD following his time in Afghanistan.

In one poignant passage, Prince Harry likened removing targets in war to moving chess pieces on a board.

Having served in the British Army for a decade, rising to the rank of captain, his time in the military played a significant role in shaping his character.

Featherstone, who shared a similar career path as a combat helicopter pilot in the Air Force, emphasized the profound psychological impact of war.

He noted that if Harry’s claim of eliminating 25 Taliban insurgents is accurate, such actions cannot occur without leaving a lasting mark on one’s psyche.

Featherstone himself has written a memoir chronicling his journey from boarding school to his service in the Air Force.

Meanwhile, Prince Harry’s memoir shed light on his personal experience of witnessing the aftermath of killings upon returning to base in Afghanistan.

Moreover, he highlighted the inherent contradiction in taking someone’s life while recognizing their humanity.

This revelation marks the first time the Duke of Sussex has publicly addressed the number of individuals he was personally responsible for killing during his time in the Southwest Asian country.

Prince Harry served in Afghanistan as part of the Blues and Royals in 2008 and later as a member of the Army Air Corps from 2012 to 2013.

However, his claims of eliminating 25 Taliban fighters have sparked criticism from skeptics.

Despite the controversy surrounding his memoir, it is evident that Prince Harry’s intention was not to glorify violence but rather to confront the psychological toll of war and find solace in sharing his story.

As readers delve into the pages of Prince Harry’s memoir, they are invited to witness his journey of healing and reflection.