The couple attended the opening of a state-of-the-art Warrior fitness program facility in Danton, San Diego, on November 8, joining members of the Navy SEAL Foundation. Meghan and Harry, dressed in black, adorned their outfits with bright red poppy pins.
Wearing poppies in November is a global tradition to honor remembering days, such as Armistice Day on November 11th, dedicated to those who sacrificed their lives during conflicts.
In the UK, people wear poppies throughout November, including members of the royal family, marking Remembrance Sunday with a service at London's Cenotaph War Memorial.
However, online criticism arose over Meghan wearing a poppy in November instead of May, with some questioning the timing of her decision. Additionally, Americans noted that poppies are more commonly worn during Memorial Day in May, rather than Veterans Day in November.
Twitter users expressed disapproval, accusing Meghan of stealing the spotlight at an unrelated event with the poppy. Claims circulated that Meghan wore a poppy pin only available through the Royal British Legion, but this assertion lacks supporting evidence.
Meghan faced backlash for honoring American veterans with a British poppy. It's notable that Prince Harry serves as the Global Ambassador for the British charity Scotty's Little Soldiers, supporting children who lose parents in the military.
Harry's message of support for Remembrance Sunday stirred controversy, with some UK critics objecting to his reference of him to his royal title of him in the letter, alleging an impersonation of a working royal despite his dedication of him to humanitarian causes.
