About the only non racist, but certainly topical one....... In 1988 on “overpopulation” he said: “In the event that I am reincarnated, I would like to return as a deadly virus, to contribute something to solving overpopulation" He needn't bother, it's just been done.
Wow I can't believe you'd say that. Clearly he isn't talking about them. He just means the poor or foreign people.
A war hero who was very much in the front line, deserves more respect if for nothing more than that https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2003/dec/28/monarchy.davidsmith
Had the pleasure of meeting him at Buckingham Palace when I accompanied several young people from Wakefield to London to receive their Duke of Edinburgh Gold Awards. I was a DOE leader for nineteen years and enjoyed every minute. Contrary to all the bad things that are said/published about some young people, working alongside hundreds of youngsters down the years, I became increasingly impressed with their humility, courage and their willingness to help others. RIP Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh.
How nice that they've got all those episodes of 'The Crown' they can watch to enjoy seeing what Phil got up to in his younger years.
I think people do sometimes overlook the good the DoE scheme has done over the years for many young folk. Hopefully there are plans to keep it going...