In the lead-up to Harry and Meghan’s fairytale ceremony, there was certainly plenty of tension, especially between the two Prince brothers.

Every wedding has a stress point and crosswords are easily exchanged when emotions are so high, especially at a role wedding where everything is under a microscope.

However, there is normal drama and then there is the odd drama that Harry had to go through with his brother William before his wedding.

The slightly weird dispute was over whether or not the groom was allowed to wear a beard – according, at least, to Prince Harry in his best-selling memoir, Spare.

In Harry’s telling of the story, his older brother went so far as to try and ban his bristles, telling Harry they were not appropriate.

In his book, he said: “A beard was thought by some to be a clear violation of protocol and long-standing norms, especially since I was getting married in my Army uniform. Beards were forbidden in the British Army.”

In the memoir, ghost-written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author JR Moehringer, Harry says he was driven to ask his grandmother, the late Queen, for permission in person, explaining that the beard made him feel calmer. Harry said in his book that when he spoke to the late Queen she consented to him keeping his beard. He wrote in his book: “Yes, she said, you may keep your beard,’ writes Harry. ‘But then I explained it to my brother and he… bristled? Not the done thing, he said. Military rules, and so forth.”

Harry says he gave his older brother ‘a quick history lesson’ with the help of Google showing William images of Royal ancestors who were bearded and uniformed, such as Edward VII and George V. But ultimately when Harry explained he had already been granted permission by their grandmother to keep the facial hair, William “became livid.” Harry reports his brother saying: “You put her in an uncomfortable position, Harold! She had no choice but to say yes.”

According to Harry, William was livid and didn’t let go of the argument for more than a week. It culminated, according to Harry, with William ordering him to shave his beard off but when Harry asked why on earth it mattered, he got the answer where William allegedly said: “Because I wasn’t allowed to keep my beard.”

Harry concludes: “Ah, there it was. After he’d come back from an assignment with Special Forces, Willy was sporting a full beard, and someone told him to be a good boy, run along and shave it. He hated the idea of me enjoying a perk he’d been denied.” William, it should be said has never commented on the claims – or given his side of the story.

New content: The ongoing drama between Harry and William may have been over something as seemingly trivial as a beard, but it certainly highlights the underlying tension between the two brothers. It’s not uncommon for sibling rivalry to surface, especially during major life events like weddings. However, the fact that William allegedly became so upset over Harry’s beard choice seems to suggest deeper issues at play.It’s interesting to see how the dynamic between the two brothers played out, with Harry seeking permission from their grandmother to keep his beard and then trying to justify his decision to William. The fact that William was reportedly so adamant about Harry shaving his beard off speaks to a sense of competition or envy between the two.While William has not publicly responded to the claims made by Harry in his memoir, it’s clear that there was some unresolved tension surrounding the issue. It’s worth considering how family dynamics and societal expectations can come into play even in seemingly insignificant conflicts like this one.As with any family, the relationship between Harry and William is complex and multifaceted. While the details of their argument over the beard may seem humorous or trivial on the surface, they ultimately serve as a reminder that even those in the public eye are not immune to family drama.Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing saga, as well as other interesting insights into the lives of the royal family. Don’t forget to follow us for more engaging content and informative articles. Remember, family dynamics and relationships are always evolving, and it’s important to explore and understand the complexities that exist within them. Follow us for more thought-provoking discussions and updates on all things royal family-related.