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Originally Posted by Sticks
Andrew and Sarah?
Anne and Captain Mark Philips?
Edward and Mrs Simpson?
His Royal Highness Prince William is of royal blood, and as a Royal there are certain obligations.
Love matches have never been part of our monarchy, and if there was any love, it was incidental. Marriages amongst Royals are for political reasons only. Their position of royalty dictates that.
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But that is precisely why it has moved on and adapted to modern times - it's called self preservation - if the monarchy wants to survive they have to be able to progress and adapt as they have done throughout the ages. After all the Monarch once had absolute sovereignty and control over the country but now is a mere figurehead. These are different times and the legacy of Princess Diana is that the Royal Family is far more accessible and less constrained by rigid protocols.
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