All salute: Invictus Games for injured servicemen begins in US

Flags of some of the participating nations are displayed during the opening ceremony for the Invictus Games in Kissimmee. A total of 14 nations will participate in the games. (AP)

Updated on: May 10, 2016 1:37 AM IST

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Flags of some of the participating nations are displayed during the opening ceremony for the Invictus Games in Kissimmee. A total of 14 nations will participate in the games. (AP)

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Britain's Prince Harry and first lady Michelle Obama listen to speakers during the opening ceremony for the Invictus Games. The Invictus Games are an international Paralympic-style multi-sport event, created by Prince Harry, in which wounded, injured or sick armed services personnel and their associated veterans take part in sports including wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball, and indoor rowing. (AP)

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The US Marine Corps Silent Drill team performs during the opening ceremony. (AP)

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Service dog Kai is pictured with SST August O'Niell as they take part in the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games. (REUTERS)

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Former US president George W Bush shakes hands with war veteran Israel Del Toro as his wife Carmen Del Toro looks on. (REUTERS)

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Singer James Blunt performs at the opening ceremony. (REUTERS)

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Singer Laura Wright performs during the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games. (REUTERS)

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Actor Morgan Freeman stands on stage during opening ceremony. (AFP)

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Members of the US Marines Silent Drill Platoon participate in a parade. (AFP)

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Athletes and their families watch a musical performance. (AP)