A Brief Compendium of Prince Harry Holding Things
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In his travails as a royal and an ardent adventurer, Prince Harry is frequently called upon to hold things. As such, he is truly adept at grasping objects of all shapes and sizes. The 30-year-old royal has experience holding swords, African pygmy hedgehogs, bobble-head versions himself, and numerous varieties of headgear. Click through the slideshow for a brief compendium of these and other things that have been graced by his royal clutches.


Holding a Sword and Shield Quick, look fierce.
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Holding an Albino African Pygmy Hedgehog Aw. Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Holding a Miniature Version of Himself Bobble, bobble. Photo: Pool/Getty Images

Holding a Phone for Each Ear Multitasking. Photo: WPA Pool/Getty Images

Holding a Dubious Batting Pose Hey, batter batter.
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Holding the Gaze of a Prize-Winning Cow Staring contest. Photo: Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images

Holding a Dismayed Child Hey, put me down!
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Holding a Despondent Pup Dog is #overit.
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Holding an Impenetrable Beer Hat Purpose: unclear. Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Holding a Pair of Perplexing Earmuffs Hmmmmm. Photo: WPA Pool/Getty Images
Holding His Back Very Straight An important skill.
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Holding a Celebratory Horn Toot, toot. Photo: Pool/Getty Images
Holding Both an Impressive Stance and a Football A formidable flag-football opponent.
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Holding a Trusty Gardening Tool Down and dirty. Photo: Pool/Getty Images
Holding a Wooden Golf Club Ready for it. Photo: Pool/Getty Images
Holding a Fireman's Helmet Which side is the front?
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Holding a Water Bottle
While Riding a Bike A+ agility.
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Holding an Intricate, Artisan Cap With reverent appreciation. Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Holding a Helmet Just in case. Photo: Samir Hussein/Getty Images
Holding an Exceptionally Amusing iPad Probably playing Candy Crush.
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Holding the Fruits of an Incredible Save An impenetrable goalie.
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