Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are family tying the knot. Marrying an actress is no surprise, but I never thought I'd see an American join the Royal Family.
I guess you could say this is just another form of globalization, Winston. I say, since Harry is known as the Prince of Wales, what will Meghan's title be after they get married?
That's a good question, Reginald. I heard that she will be regarded as a duchess and a princess.
Two titles at once? And what's a duchess?
A duchess is the female equivalent of a duke, old boy.
Wait, so what's the difference between a duke and prince?
According to European nobility, a duke is the highest rank below the monarch. For example, Harry's father, Charles, Duke of Cornwall, is next in line to the British throne.
But he is also a prince; this is making my head spin.So, are all princes and princesses both dukes and duchesses?
No, since the Queen must first grant a royal dukedom, there are Windsors who have yet to receive this title.
Gosh, I never knew the aristocracy was so complex!