Our patron

HRH The Prince of Wales

A statement by our patron HRH The Prince of Wales

"The men and women of our Armed Forces, both regular and reserve, are among the most highly trained in the world today. We rely on their professionalism, loyalty and dedication to duty to carry out extremely demanding tasks, often in difficult and dangerous circumstances. Having met some of the servicemen and women serving in Iraq, I am very aware of the conditions in which they have to operate and enormously impressed by the fortitude they show in spite of these.

"We sometimes take for granted the expectation that our Armed Forces are professional, loyal and dedicated. In reality our expectation is far exceeded. These men and women are prepared to give their lives defending our Nation’s interests and the freedom of others and yet their sacrifice all too often goes without recognition. I personally believe we owe them an enormous debt of gratitude for all they do.

"The Armed Forces Memorial is one small way in which we might recognise this sacrifice. As Patron of the Armed Forces Memorial, I am enormously proud to lend my support to the fundraising appeal. I hope that you, too, will be able to support this important project.

"We must remember them – today, tomorrow and forever."

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Our patrons and supporters

HRH The Prince of Wales
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