Prince Harry’s life has been celebrated in over 50 iconic images in our special birthday feature – pictured (L-R) in Afghanistan in 2007, on his wedding day in 2018 and with his mother, Diana, Princess Of Wales, in 1986, aged two (Picture: Getty) Prince Harry will today be celebrating his 34th birthday – his first birthday as a married man. Thirty-four years ago on 15 September 1984, a young prince was born. The younger brother of Prince William, the future King of England, and the second and youngest son of Prince Charles and Diana, Princess Of Wales, Harry has grown up in the public eye. Born Henry Charles Albert David, he became known as Harry to family and friends and the moniker soon stuck. While it’s likely you’ve not been invited to Harry’s birthday party today, don’t fret: celebrate the red-headed royal’s birthday by taking a trip down memory lane with our vast collection of images documenting Harry’s life from birth to marriage. Here, we give you, Prince Harry through the years… A Prince is born The Prince and Princess of Wales following the birth of their second son, Prince Harry (Picture: PA Archive/PA Images) Harry was born in the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London, on 15 September 1984 at 4.20pm. He weighed 6lb 14oz. It’s long been a royal family tradition for royal babies to be photographed for the first time in their mother’s arms on the steps of the Lindo Wing and Prince Charles and Diana, Princess Of Wales followed suit. They had stayed in hospital overnight, taking Harry – who was third in line to the throne at the time – home to Kensington Palace on Sunday 16 September. Harry was baptised on Friday 21 December at St George’s Chapel, where, thirty-three years later, he went on to marry Meghan Markle. Age 1 – Learning to crawl Prince Harry learns to crawl (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images) By the age of one, Prince Harry had mastered the art of crawling. Here, he is pictured in action at home in Kensington Palace on 4 October 1985, wearing a cute sailor-inspired outfit. Age 2 – The cheekiness start to show Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Diana, Princess of Wales at home in Kensington Palace with their sons and pet dog (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images) At two, it was clear from family photos that Harry was growing into the cheeky younger brother he is still seen as today. Here, Harry is pictured at the start of the festive season on 1 December 1986 along with Prince William, Charles, Diana and their pet Jack Russell terrier Tigga, who was born the same year as Harry. Age 3 – Off to nursery Prince Harry waves as he arrives for his first day at nursery (Picture: David Levenson/Getty Images) Just one day after his third birthday in 1987, Prince Harry was heading to nursery. On 16 September, Harry had his first day at Mrs Jane Mynors nursery school in London’s Notting Hill and was pictured confidently waving to paparazzi as he arrived in his cute matching blue uniform and Thomas The Tank Engine school bag. What was that about him being cheeky? Prince Harry, aged three, sticks his tongue out while a well-behaved Prince William looks out at the crowds at Trooping The Colour in June 1988. Also pictured is Lady Gabriella Windsor and Lady Rose Windsor (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images) Age 4 – First day at school Princess Diana stands with her sons on the steps of Wetherby School (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images) Just before his fifth birthday, Harry started primary school on 11 September 1989. And the pictures melted the nation. Official photos were released of Harry and William stood on the steps of Wetherby School in their smart uniforms with matching hats and socks. The cutest part of this moment is the way Harry is looking up adoringly at his big brother with a big smile on his face, while the ever-professional William looks straight on at the cameras to pose for the milestone moment. Harry went on to attend Ludgrove School before enrolling at Eton College. Age 5 – An army boy in the making Prince Harry visits a British army regiment (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images) Prince Harry’s desire to work in the army may have been visible as early as when he was five-years-old. Here, the now-sixth in line to the throne, sits in Army uniform and helmet while getting a tank ride during a visit to a British regiment in Germany on 1 January 1990. Age 6 – One of many family trips to the slopes Princess Diana sits in-between William and Harry on a ski lift in Austria (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images) The royals love a trip to the slopes and in April 1991, Harry enjoyed his first of many in Lech in Austria. Here, the two princes sandwich their mother Diana as they ride a ski lift to the top of some slopes. Harry is so besotted with the slopes, it’s believed he chose the plush resort of Verbier in the Swiss Alps for his stag do earlier this year, ahead of his wedding to Meghan Markle in May. Prince Harry learns to ski in Lech – just look at the concentration on his face! (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images) Age 7 – A prince in the public eye Harry enjoys Trooping The Colour with his mother and the Queen Mother (Picture: Julian Parker/UK Press via Getty Images) Diana may have ensured her two boys grew up enjoying ‘normal’ activities – such as trips to Disneyland or playing hide and seek around their home – but Harry was still a prince in the public eye and he knew how to behave. Here, suddenly looking like a mature young man, Harry acted the picture-perfect great-grandson for the Trooping The Colour in June 1992 at the age of seven, riding a carriage along with his mother and his great-grandmother, The Queen Mother. Age 8 – Thorpe Park family days Diana, William and Harry ride Loggers Leap at Thorpe Park – this photo went on to become one of the most iconic shots of Diana enjoying down time with her sons (Picture: Julian Parker/UK Press via Getty Images) It was evident how important it was for Diana to spend quality time with her boys, just like this fun day out to Thorpe Park they enjoyed on 13 April 1993. Videos and photos of their day out – which saw them joined on the rides by Thorpe Park’s General Manager Colin Dawson, while royal protection officers followed them around – showing them all having a whale of a time. And Diana rocked casual-chic in her Hard Rock jacket. This visit was their third year in a row but there was no special treatment for the royals – Diana had insisted they queued for all of the rides, just like all of the other thrill-seekers. Age 9 – Time to hit the slopes again William, Diana and Harry enjoy yet another ski trip (Picture: PA Archive/PA Images) Here, pictured on 27 March 1994, a nine-year-old Prince Harry joins his brother and mother on a horse-drawn sleigh as they leave their hotel in Lech following another skiing trip. Age 10 – A young boy very close to his mother Prince William, Prince Harry, Princess Beatrice, and Princess Eugenie, on a ski trip in 1995 (Picture: Julian Parker/UK Press via Getty Images) When Harry was 10, he’d already mastered the slopes so no doubt showed off his skills to younger cousins Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. Here are some adorable images showing William, Harry, Beatrice and Eugenie on a ski trip in Klosters on 4 January 1995. William plays the older cousin well, holding Beatrice up on the snow for a photo (Picture: Julian Parker/UK Press via Getty Images) Mummy's boy Harry’s love for his mum is shown beautifully in these photos of Diana and a ten-year-old Prince Harry. Harry often stayed right by his mum’s side, pictured here on Christmas Day in Sandringham in 1994 (Picture: Anwar Hussein/Getty Images)<doc-sep>FREE now and never miss the top Royal stories again. SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up fornow and never miss the top Royal stories again. When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. The Duke of Sussex was born on September 15, 1984, at St Mary's Hospital, London to parents Prince Charles and Princess Diana. His older brother The 6ft 1 Prince has had an eventful year, having wed Meghan Markle in a star-studded ceremony at Windsor Castle in May. Today, September 15, is the 34th birthday of Prince Harry , full name Prince Henry Charles Albert David.The Duke of Sussex was born on September 15, 1984, at St Mary's Hospital, London to parents Prince Charles and Princess Diana.His older brother Prince William was two years old when Harry was born.The 6ft 1 Prince has had an eventful year, having wed Meghan Markle in a star-studded ceremony at Windsor Castle in May. The Beckhams, Amal and George Clooney and Tom Hardy all attended the glamorous but untraditional royal wedding, which featured an American preacher and black gospel choir. Meghan, previously an actress on popular TV show Suits, met Harry on a blind date set up by a mutual friend. This year has also been a work-heavy one for Harry, as he split his time between mental health charity Heads Together and HIV and AIDS children’s charity Sentebale. The Duke of Sussex has also been recognised for his charitable efforts by the international community, being awarded the Golden Heart Award by German Charity Ein Herz für Kinder (A Heart for Children) in December 2010. Today is Prince Harry's 34th birthday He has also been awarded the Distinguished Humanitarian Leadership Award by the Atlantic Council in 2012 and was granted the 2018 Founders Award by the Royal Canadian Legion for his role in the Invictus Games. Charity work and a caring heart had been instilled in the Prince from his mother Princess Diana, known for her charity and compassion during her life. Harry also founded the Invictus Games in 2014, which is multi-sport event for wounded, sick or injured armed service personnel to take part. Sports featured include wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball and indoor rowing. PRINCE HARRY BIRTHDAY IN PICTURES: ICONIC PHOTOS OF ROYAL GROWING UP Prince Harry arrives at Lympstone Commando in helicopter In October, Meghan and Harry will be travelling to Sydney for the 2018 Invictus Games, with the opening ceremony taking part on October 20. The newlyweds will visit Australia among other places in the commonwealth such as Melbourne, Fiji, Tonga and Auckland to focus on youth leadership and environmental and conservation efforts. Prince Harry has also fought for his country, having completed his officer training at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in April 2006. He was commissioned as a Cornet (second lieutenant) and served in the Blues and Royals - a regiment of Household Cavalry in the British Army. In April 2008, the Prince was then promoted to lieutenant. Harry and Meghan wed in May this year, at a stunning ceremony in Windsor Castle Prince Harry works closely with the armed forces despite leaving active duty in 2015<doc-sep>Prince Harry has already had quite a year, especially since he tied the knot with former Suits actress Meghan Markle. But the celebrations aren't over just yet, as the prince is celebrating his 34th birthday today. In a series of sweet tributes to Prince Harry on his birthday, the royal family's official social media accounts shared some adorable photos of the prince. Firstly, Kensington Palace's Instagram account wrote, "Thank you everyone for your lovely messages on The Duke of Sussex’s birthday! #HappyBirthdayHRH." Meanwhile, @theroyalfamily account shared a heartwarming message for Prince Harry on his 34th birthday. This content is imported from Instagram. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. This content is imported from Instagram. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. This content is imported from {embed-name}. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. The Royal Collection Trust, the organization responsible for looking after visitors to royal residences, also posted about Prince Harry's birthday. It's worth noting that Meghan Markle's Givenchy wedding dress is due to go on display at Windsor Castle soon thanks to the work of the Royal Collection Trust. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. And royal commentator Omid Scobie posted an adorable video of the prince taken during his visit to Chile in 2014. In the candid clip, Prince Harry can be seen dancing to Katy Perry's "Firework" at a daycare center. The royal doesn't hold back with the dance moves, and keenly takes part in the routine. As Scobie says of Harry, "Happy birthday to the king of getting stuck in and being a good sport!" This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Happy birthday to the king of getting stuck in and being a good sport! A throwback video I took of Prince Harry during his 2014 Chile visit, dancing to @katyperry at the @FundAmigosJesus daycare centre🌟 pic.twitter.com/LGSNzuExIu — Omid Scobie (@scobie) September 15, 2018 The Duchess of Sussex celebrated her 37th birthday just last month, on August 4. As a thank you, Kensington Palace sent out cards to all of Meghan's well-wishers, featuring a photo of the Duchess during her trip to Ireland in July 2018. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. A look at the latest “Thank You” card being sent out by Kensington Palace on behalf of Duchess Meghan to those who wished her a Happy Birthday🎂 pic.twitter.com/vgVlU6EJB8 — Omid Scobie (@scobie) September 11, 2018 This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io<doc-sep>
Prince Harry's message to Walking With The Wounded team Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, will turn 34 on Saturday, September 15. This will make him three years younger than the Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who celebrated her 37th birthday on August 4. Meghan spent her birthday this year at the wedding of one of Harry’s best friends - Charlie van Straubenzee, who was married to Daisy Jenks. Details of how the Prince plans to celebrate his day have not been revealed, but there’s little doubt it’ll be a special one, the first he’ll celebrate as a married man. A look at Prince Harry’s life so far Prince Harry, the second son of Princess Diana and Prince Charles, was born in the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s hospital at 4.20pm in 1984. On December 21, 1984, he was baptised Henry Charles Albert David at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle - where he later walked down the aisle as an adult for his wedding to Meghan Markle. Harry has one older brother, Prince William, and is uncle to William and Kate Middleton’s three children, George, Charlotte and Louis. He is sixth in line of succession to the British throne. Prince Harry age: Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, will turn 34 on Saturday, September 15 Prince Harry age: Harry as a boy with his late mum, Princess Diana Harry went to school in the UK, and spent part of his gap year in Australia and Lesotho. Harry has had some real challenges thrown at him, not least the loss of his beloved mother at the age of 12. He developed a reputation in his youth for being rebellious, labelled a ‘wild child’ by the tabloids. But he soon turned it around, undergoing officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, after which he was commissioned as a second lieutenant into the Blues and Royals, serving with William for a while. Prince Harry age: Harry trained at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst After completing his training as a troop leader he served for more than two months in Afghanistan, but was forced to pull out after an Australian magazine blew his cover. He returned to Afghanistan for a 20-week deployment in 2012–13 with the Army Air Corps. He left the army in June 2015. Since then, Harry has dedicated his life to charity work. In 2014, he launched the Invictus Games, a sporting event for injured or sick service personnel and veterans. Prince Harry age: With older brother Prince William, Duke of Cambridge Prince Harry age: With his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex