London (CNN) -- Henry V rallies his troops in William Shakespeare's play of the same name before the Battle of Agincourt with these words: "Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more... When the blast of war blows in our ears then initiate the action of the tiger. Stiffen the sinews, summon up the blood." King Henry's call to action is cited as one of the most motivational speeches in history, and the British Army would no doubt have hoped for similarly inspiring words and good PR from his namesake descendant, Prince Harry, in interviews timed to coincide with his departure from Afghanistan.
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Prince Harry's comments about Afghanistan stir up mockery, controversy -- and sympathy
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Taliban brand Harry as "coward" for only speaking when he was out of danger
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Afghan parliamentarian says Harry's comments could risk damaging relations
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UK anti-war campaigners ask how Harry knew those he'd killed were Taliban
But after reading the criticism of his own comments, he may want to reflect on another famous line from @placeholder's "Henry V": "Men of few words are the best men."