The Prince of Wales broke from his summer holiday with his family to deliver an emotional tribute marking World Ranger Day.
On Thursday, Prince William posted on his official social media accounts, partnering with his charity United for Wildlife, to honor those who have given their lives while protecting nature.
Honoring Fallen Rangers
In his message, William highlighted the often-overlooked sacrifices made by rangers worldwide. The post read:
“1400 rangers have died in the last ten years, that’s about two a week. They’re unseen and unheard of. So many of these cases get forgotten about, they don’t get reported, people don’t see them.
We all care about our natural world, but we sometimes lose that connection with actually what it’s like living and working in that space.”
The post also featured images listing the names of all rangers who have been killed in the line of duty over the past decade.
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A Message First Shared in May
The statement was originally dated May 20, 2025, when Prince William spoke out after the deaths of two rangers in Mozambique. At the time, he said:
“This attack is yet another brutal reminder of the immense sacrifices made by those protecting our natural world.
The reality is that being a ranger has become one of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. My thoughts are with all those affected and their families. W.”
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