Prince Harry wanted to go to Iraq to be with the men he trained with ...?

Does anyone feel that had the MOD and national perss not revealed the details of his posting he might have gone and in doing so earned the same respect as his Uncle did during the Falklands conflict 25 years ago. I am an ex squaddie and have a great respect for the Monarchy but I do feel that when I see his Father with a chest full of medals I just hope that Harry goes the same way.