Captain Wales, in the Telegraph explained what motivated him in Afghanistan:
He said: “I am the Queen’s grandson and all that good stuff and I love representing her, but to be honest with you and as far as I see it, and as far as William sees it as well, our service towards our country in the military in whichever shape or form it takes will always come first.
I think one has to like Harry. He seems a decent sort, serves his country when he could be running naked with hot chicks in Vegas. Oh wait, lucky him, he can do both!! Just kidding. I would be happy to have Harry covering my ass in the field.
Everything I have heard about him from contacts in the UK armed forces, including one or two who have first-hand experience, indicate that he is an outstanding soldier in every respect.