Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ’s wedding video has shed some light on one of the most talked-about royal weddings in history. Harry and Meghan's royal wedding, held on May 19, 2018, at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, was a highly publicised affair watched by millions around the world. As millions had tuned in to witness the union of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, a particular moment that had caught everyone's attention and sparked a flurry of debate- ‘Meghan Markle did not curtsy Queen Elizabeth II’. What really happened during the ceremony?

Royal etiquette and expectations
The British royal family is known for its strict adherence to tradition and protocol. One of the most significant customs is that members of the royal family must bow or courtesy to the monarch. This practice is so deeply embedded in royal culture that even young princes, like William and Harry, were taught to bow before greeting their grandmother, the Queen. Such traditions are taken seriously within the royal institution, with men bowing and women curtsying both in public and private settings.

When Meghan Markle appeared to overlook this tradition while walking down the aisle, many viewers were taken aback. Social media and all the royal fans had erupted with comments questioning whether she had indeed forgotten to curtsy to the Queen. Some speculated that her American background might exempt her from such customs, while others wondered if she was simply overwhelmed by the moment. According to Daily Mail UK, etiquette expert William Hanson was left stunned by the whole episode on social media, writing, "Meghan – did you curtsey to Her Majesty? I will have to lie down for months if you did forget."

However, it later came out that Meghan had not forgotten her manners; it was poor camera work that created an illusion that she had.

The reality of the moment
As mentioned by Daily Mail, a few eagle-eyed discovered that just before Meghan and Harry were supposed to perform their gestures of respect, the camera angle shifted to aerial unexpectedly. This change obscured the moment when they bowed and curtsyed. From a different angle, it became clear that Harry did bow his head, while Meghan's curtsy was less visible due to the angle of the shot.

In preparation for her marriage into the royal family, Meghan underwent extensive training in royal etiquette. Unlike her husband Harry, who grew up immersed in royal traditions, Meghan had to learn various customs quickly. Her training included how to perform a proper royal handshake, stand when the Queen does, avoid public displays of affection, and refrain from signing autographs. She also learned how to greet dignitaries appropriately and navigate royal engagements.

Curtsying to the Queen on one's wedding day is a long-standing tradition in the royal family. Princess Diana, Sarah Ferguson (Fergie), and Kate Middleton all adhered to this custom when they married into royalty. The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was not only a celebration of love but also a moment filled with scrutiny regarding royal traditions and expectations. A newly found view has now cleared out speculation on the much-talked-about moment of the wedding.