Meghan Markle’s Choice of Red Poppy Pin Sparks Debate at Navy Fitness Center Inauguration

Social media users have been engaged in a lively debate over Meghan Markle's decision to wear a red poppy pin during the grand inauguration of a new Navy fitness center in San Diego, where she was accompanied by Prince Harry.

The event took place on November 8th, and both Meghan and Harry were present at the unveiling of the state-of-the-art warrior fitness program facility in Danton, San Diego, alongside members of the Navy SEAL Foundation.

While dressed in black, Meghan added a black banner and a bright red poppy pin to her fitted pantsuit, while Harry also sported a poppy on his jacket lapel.

Wearing poppies during the month of November is a tradition observed worldwide to honor remembering days, such as Armistice Day on November 11th, which pays tribute to those who sacrificed their lives defending their countries during times of conflict.

In the UK, it is customary for people, including members of the royal family and the general public, to wear poppies throughout November.

Remembrance Sunday, a significant national ceremony commemorating fallen warriors, is marked with a service at London's Cenotaph War Memorial.

However, Meghan has faced criticism from some online users for wearing poppies in November instead of May, raising questions about the timing of her choice.

Additionally, some Americans pointed out that poppies are more commonly worn during Memorial Day in May, rather than Veterans Day in November.

On Twitter, disapproval towards Meghan was expressed, with one person accusing her of stealing the show by wearing a poppy at an unrelated event.

Another Twitter user claimed that Meghan wore a poppy pin exclusive to the Royal British Legion.

However, this claim lacks supporting evidence, as Meghan's pin does not match any currently available from the Legion.

Furthermore, Meghan received backlash for honoring American veterans by wearing a British poppy.

It is worth noting that Prince Harry has been appointed Global Ambassador for the British charity Scotty's Little Soldiers, which supports children who have lost parents in the military.

In honor of Remembrance Sunday, Harry sent a message of support to Scotty's Little Soldiers, highlighting his longstanding relationship with the organization and his dedication to serving as their Global Ambassador to assist grieving military children.

Despite previously stating that titles held little significance to him, some critics in the UK objected to Harry mentioning his royal title in the letter, leading to claims that, despite his genuine commitment to humanitarian causes, he was impersonating a working royal.

In other news, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly causing many Hollywood celebrities to walk a delicate tightrope.

These claims were brought to light by Jessica Taylor in an article for the Daily Mail.

Taylor highlighted the ongoing tug-of-war that both Harry and Meghan are involved in since their move to Montecito, California, after stepping down as senior royals.

The couple has frequently been seen socializing with A-list friends, including Katy Perry, Beyonce, David and Victoria Beckham, as well as George and Amal Clooney, Idris Elba, and Edward N. Unful.

According to Taylor, these celebrity acquaintances find themselves cautiously navigating the line between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family, striving not to take sides in the ongoing royal rift, which shows no signs of healing anytime soon.