Prince Harry Awards 'Soldier of the Year' to Invictus Games Champion Elizabeth Marks

In a heartfelt virtual ceremony, Prince Harry honored Elizabeth Marks, a decorated para swimmer and combat medic, underscoring her resilience and impact on the veteran community.

Prince Harry presented the Military Times Soldier of the Year Award to Sgt. First Class Elizabeth Marks, highlighting her journey from combat medic to top athlete.
Marks, injured in Iraq in 2010, has since become a symbol of perseverance, winning medals at the Paralympics and becoming a beacon for injured veterans.
Harry, wearing his military medals, emphasized Marks' role in transforming pain into purpose through sports, inspiring fellow veterans.
The ceremony marked a decade since the founding of the Invictus Games, a platform for wounded veterans initiated by Harry in 2014.
Harry's participation in the award ceremony from his Montecito home was noted, reflecting his ongoing commitment to the veteran community despite stepping back from royal duties.