So, Meghan Markle's and Prince Harry's February 14 announcement of Meghan Markle's pregnancy via an idyllic shot under a tree in a garden, presumably that of their new Montecito estate, set more than a few tactical semi-royal trappings in play. Agile defensive formations aside, the new baby Mountbatten-Windsor is an addition that the parents have plainly desired for some time, and she or he will inevitably bring new gravitas to Meghan Markle's and Prince Harry's California residency. Members of the British royal family can be born anywhere, so, this new little Californian's place in the British royal order of succession will work in the relentless fashion of that construct. Harry's and Meghan Markle's new girl or boy will sit immediately behind Master Archie, who stands eighth behind the Queen. The statement read: 'Her Majesty, Duke of Edinburgh, Prince of Wales and the entire family are delighted and wish them well.'

Source: Forbes February 15, 2021 06:57 UTC