poor , Philip 's family spent the next few years wandering between the homes of European relatives as the continent descended into the political and economic upheaval that would lead to World War II . Prince Philip had a turbulent early life after his family was forced into exile . He is a decorated war hero having seen service as an officer in the British Royal Navy . He is known for his irascible outlook and salty sense of humor .
Prince Philip had a turbulent early life after his family was forced into exile . He is a decorated war hero having seen service as an officer in the British Royal Navy . He is known for his irascible outlook and salty sense of humor .