Last night in Orlando, the grand opening of the second Invictus Games, games in which disabled soldiers are taking part, was held. This year, Prince Harry was helped in the ceremony by his like-minded person - Michelle Obama, because in her opinion, people who had been in the heat of war desperately needed support.
Prince Harry talked a lot about the war
Having risen on the scene, the young British monarch began his speech with the importance of Invictus Games for him. "I can not tell you how proud I am that I am privileged to open the second Invictus Games in the United States. I've traveled quite a long way from the UK to America, but now I understand that even here I see many familiar faces. They are all my friends, soldiers, who defended their homeland. Thanks to them. Thanks to their presence, I feel at home, "said Prince Harry. "At one time I decided to join the army. And it was due to the fact that I really wanted to be one of these men. I served with different soldiers, with heroes who were from different countries of the world. I saw the hardships and sacrifices that these men, women and their relatives carried for the peaceful future of their states. It was then that I realized that teamwork and the spirit of camaraderie is something that can only be learned in military service, "the young monarch confessed. In addition, in his speech, the prince admired the courage of soldiers who were injured during the war. Moreover, as noted by Harry, it is very important that not only citizens with physical trauma, but also those who received psychological help began to address special centers. "Let's drink to those who were not afraid to admit to himself that the war had traumatized him psychologically. These people are doubly heroes. They defended their country, and, having returned alive, they nevertheless realized that the war had caused them great harm. But now these people are among us, and they will also take part in Invictus Games, "- concluded the young monarch.
Soon the first lady of the United States came on stage. Michelle Obama was not verbose: "Do you think he is a real prince? Harry, however, like many, should be proud of what he does. "
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At the opening was a concert and fireworks
Immediately after the part, in which there were many speeches of officials, the parade of countries began. This year, Invictus Games will be attended by 14 countries and 500 athletes. Each of the participants went to the center of the allotted zone, where she showed the flag of her country and team members. In addition, viewers and participants of the ceremony could watch the show of aircraft and the performance of artists. Among the invited guests was the Hollywood actor Morgan Freeman, singer Laura Wright and British singer James Blunt, who sang several of his compositions. Before his speech James joked a bit about the British monarch. "I wanted to dedicate the song" You're Beautiful "to Prince Harry, because he's so cool, but there's another person who deserves her more. I dedicate this composition to Michelle Obama, "Blunt said, summoning a sea of smiles from the public.
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