Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is a prominent member of the British Royal Family, the younger son of King Charles III and the late Diana, Princess of Wales. He currently stands fifth in line to the British throne. He served in the British Army, undertaking tours in Afghanistan. In 2018, he married Meghan Markle, an American actress. In 2020, Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior members of the Royal Family, relocating to North America. They have since pursued various philanthropic and commercial ventures, including the Archewell Foundation and Archewell Productions. Harry has been vocal about his struggles with mental health and his relationship with the media and his family.

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May 2008: Awarded Operational Service Medal

In May 2008, Princess Anne presented Prince Harry with the Operational Service Medal for Afghanistan at Combermere Barracks.

May 2010: Awarded Flying Brevet

On 7 May 2010, Prince Charles presented Prince Harry with his flying brevet (wings) at a ceremony at the Army Air Corps Base (AAC) at Middle Wallop.

December 2010: Golden Heart Award received

In December 2010, Prince Harry was awarded the Golden Heart Award by the German charity Ein Herz für Kinder for his charitable and humanitarian efforts.

April 2011: Awarded Apache Flying Badge and Promotion to Captain

In April 2011, Prince Harry was awarded his Apache Flying Badge and promoted to captain.

May 2012: Distinguished Humanitarian Leadership Award

On May 7, 2012, Prince Harry received the Atlantic Council's Distinguished Humanitarian Leadership Award.

July 2013: Qualified as Apache Aircraft Commander

On 8 July 2013, the Ministry of Defence announced that Prince Harry had successfully qualified as an Apache aircraft commander.

2014: Founding of the Invictus Games

In 2014, inspired by the Warrior Games, Prince Harry founded the Invictus Games, an international sporting event for wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women.

May 2018: Wedding and Duke of Sussex title

On 19 May 2018, Queen Elizabeth II conferred the title of Duke of Sussex upon Harry. He married Meghan Markle at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, who became Duchess of Sussex.

August 2018: Founders Award granted by the Royal Canadian Legion

In August 2018, the Royal Canadian Legion granted Prince Harry the 2018 Founders Award for his role in founding the Invictus Games.

October 2018: RSA Badge in Gold presented

In October 2018, Prince Harry was presented with the RSA Badge in Gold, the organisation's highest honour, for his work with injured veterans.

2018: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2018, Prince Harry was selected as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time magazine.

2019: Named Among Most Influential People on the Internet

In 2019, Time magazine named Prince Harry and his wife as among the 25 Most Influential People on the Internet.

July 2021: Change Champions Award received

In July 2021, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle received the Change Champions Award from Population Matters for their decision to have only two children.

2021: Featured on Time 100 Cover

In 2021, Prince Harry was selected as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time magazine and the couple was featured on one of the magazine's seven worldwide Time 100 covers.

February 2022: NAACP's President's Award received

In February 2022, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were selected to receive the NAACP's President's Award for their work on causes related to social justice and equity.

October 2022: Ripple of Hope Award laureates

In October 2022, Prince Harry and Meghan were named as Ripple of Hope Award laureates for their work on racial justice, mental health, and other social initiatives through their foundation Archewell.

2023: Named One of the Most Intriguing People of the Year by People

In 2023, People named Prince Harry as one of the "25 Most Intriguing People of the Year".

January 2024: Inducted into the Living Legends of Aviation

In January 2024, Prince Harry was inducted into the Living Legends of Aviation.

October 2025: Humanitarians of the Year award

In October 2025, Prince Harry and his wife received the Humanitarians of the Year award at Project Healthy Minds' annual gala in New York City in recognition of their commitment to mental health support.