However, there was something else that drew attention – the choice of Rolls-Royce used to transport the bride to the ceremony. The maroon-colored Phantom IV, with its magnificent presence, conveyed Meghan and her mother, Doria Ragland, from the Cliveden House Hotel to St. George's Chapel.
This Rolls-Royce possessed a unique historical significance, as it had been used 46 years prior to transport another American divorcee, the Duchess of Windsor, to the funeral of her husband, the Duke of Windsor, in 1972. The selection of this car raised questions about its significance.
The Duchess of Windsor, Wallis Simpson, had been a central figure in the abdication crisis, and comparing Meghan to her may not have been intended as a flattering association. Some questioned whether it might have been intended as a joke or criticized it as in incredibly poor taste.
Speculations even emerged suggesting that Meghan had made such a choice to imply that her husband, Prince Harry, would meet a similar fate to the Duke of Windsor – implying an unhappy marriage. These speculations implied that Meghan had married Harry for status and financial gain, rather than genuine affection, and that their relationship was on the brink of divorce.
Furthermore, Meghan's fashion choices, including outfits reminiscent of Wallis Simpson's, raised questions. Her fashion style often echoed Simpson's, which led to comparisons. Wallis Simpson, despite being part of a well-known love story for a man who gave up the British throne, didn't maintain her positive reputation over the years. Her life story was marked by rumors, such as going into a coma during surgery for a facelift, and her last years were not held in high regard.
The paragraph suggests that Meghan might be crafting a false narrative or myth to elevate her prestige and social standing by associating herself with women married to powerful monarchs. It raises the issue of Megan seeking prestige through her husband's name and title, aiming to reach new heights by claiming similarity to these royal figures. Meghan's ambitions, including plans to tour former African colonies and make lofty claims about her royal status, are portrayed as a desire to attain a level of prestige that isn't genuinely hers.
One of the key distinctions between Wallis Simpson and Meghan is that the latter sent Prince Harry to negotiate a return to the UK, resuming royal duties, living in royal housing, and paying rent while using government-provided security. This is contrasted with the actions of Wallis and Edward, who never attempted such a return or made similar demands. The consequences of Edward's abdication, leading to his younger brother becoming King George VI, created a long-lasting family wound, which the Queen Mother held both the Duke and Duchess of Windsor accountable for.
In summary, this paragraph explores the symbolism behind the choice of the Rolls-Royce for Meghan's wedding and raises questions about Meghan's intentions and ambitions, particularly in relation to her self-image and status. It draws parallels between Meghan and Wallis Simpson, highlighting the differences in their actions and the impact on the royal family.
