The British Princes At Dead Pal's Charity Launch

By Staff

Friday, January 9, 2009, 14:02

Brititish Prince Williams and Prince Harry became patrons at the launch of Henry van Straubenzee fund, a charity in the name of their dead friend Henry. The royal princes made their presence at the charity"s launch in Earls Court, West London with their departed riend's family.

The two princes paid an emotional tribute to their friend at Ludgrove school in the 1990s, who died in a car crash alike their mother. This gesture was to keep alive the memory of their late mother Princess Diana who was also victimised under the same circumstances.

Diana lost her life in a car crash in Paris in 1997 and while Henry aged 18 also died in a car smash where he also was a passenger.

Henry van Straubenzee fund would look at equipping with the necessary facilities for schools in Uganda.

"Having lost someone so close in similar circumstances, Harry and I understand how important it is to keep their memory alive," the Sun quoted William, as saying.

Harry added: "Henry would be so proud of his family for what they are doing in his name" AGENCIES