Obviously, that’s all different now. Prince Harry just married an American divorcee himself! But it’s not like Prince William could have married just anyone. While lineage is less important now than it was in former generations, his marriage choice had to be approved by his grandmother, the Queen. Arranged royal marriages date back centuries, with kings and queens choosing spouses for their children more for political advantages than for love. These customs aren’t as common anymore, but it still happens sometimes. And while it was never official, many claim that the Palace had plans like this for young Prince William. The obvious match for the Duke of Cambridge if he had lived during Queen Victoria’s time is Princess Madeleine of Sweden. Born in 1982, she’s around the same age as Prince William and grew up with the same demands and pressures. She’s well acquainted with royal life and all that’s expected of being a monarch.
