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Prince William Not Just an 'Ornament'

Trying to make his 'own way', he and Harry throw themselves into charitable projects

By Evann Gastaldo, Newser Staff

Posted Sep 23, 2009 10:30 AM CDT

(Newser) – Prince William wants to be more than just an “ornament,” and is working with his brother on charities in an attempt to find his "own way," he tells the BBC. He and Prince Harry formed the Princes’ Charities Forum to help... Read full story »

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