GeneralPHOTOS: The pageantry of the pastOver the last century, royal weddings have become grand public spectacles. Thousands gather to watch shows of uncommon refinement—and ordinary optimism.By Maclean'sShareCopy LinkEmailFacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppRedditBlueskyThreadsNovember 25, 2010[gallery2 order=”DESC” columns=”2″ exclude=”159405″] Tags:engagementhistoryKate MiddletonmarriagemonarchyPrince WilliamPrincess DianaRoyal familyroyal weddingroyalsroyalty