In the latest episode of the hit Netflix series, "The Crown," the infamous Nazi costume incident involving Prince Harry has been vividly recreated. The show's portrayal of the event highlights the controversy surrounding the Duke of Sussex's decision to wear a swastika-emblazoned outfit to a fancy dress party in 2008. The episode also sheds light on Prince William's defense of the costume as a 'joke,' while depicting Kate Middleton's reaction to the situation.

The controversial party, which took place 2008, was hosted by Olympic showjumper Richard Meade and had a 'native and colonial' theme. Prince Harry attended the event dressed in an Afrika Korps uniform, complete with a swastika patch on his sleeve. His elder brother, Prince William, reportedly donned a skin-tight black leotard with a leopardskin pattern, along with a matching leopardskin tail and paws.

"The Crown" episode features a scene in which the royal brothers, portrayed by Ed McVey and Luther Ford, along with Kate Middleton (played by Meg Bellamy), visit a costume shop in the Cotswolds with their friends, contemplating their party outfits. While browsing through the options, Harry spots the controversial Nazi uniform and proposes wearing it, to which Kate suggests covering the swastika. However, William defends his brother's choice, stating that wearing the costume is intended as a joke rather than endorsing Nazi ideology.

The episode captures the moment when Harry, looking gleeful, imitates the 'Heil Hitler' salute while wearing the costume. The scene underlines the controversy surrounding his decision and the subsequent shock experienced by those in attendance at the party.

The aftermath of the incident is also depicted in the episode. The morning following the party, Prince Harry wakes up to find himself in hot water as the media seizes on the photo, leading to widespread criticism. The royal family, including Prince Charles and Queen Elizabeth II, are shown reacting with disapproval and concern upon seeing the front-page headlines.

In a later scene, the episode shows a heated argument between Prince William and Prince Harry, with the latter accusing his brother of being complicit in the scandal. The portrayal aligns with Harry's own account of the event in his memoir, "Spare," where he claimed that William and Kate 'howled' with laughter at the idea of him wearing the costume.

The controversy surrounding the incident is further highlighted through a conversation between Queen Elizabeth II and former Prime Minister Tony Blair in another scene. The Queen expresses her disappointment over Harry's lack of judgment, particularly given the proximity of the party to Holocaust Memorial Day.

Prince Harry's Nazi costume scandal caused significant public backlash at the time, and although the royal family promptly issued an apology, the prince himself remained silent on the matter until very recently. In his Netflix documentary series, Harry expressed regret and shame, deeming it as one of the 'biggest mistakes' of his life.

The episode is part of the final six episodes of "The Crown," which delve into the young royal's experiences and their journey under the public spotlight. It also explores Prince William's efforts to cope with the loss of his mother, Princess Diana, while navigating the complexities of royal life.

As the controversial recreation of Prince Harry's Nazi costume incident sparks conversations and provokes emotional responses, the portrayal in "The Crown" continues to push the boundaries of historical drama and explore the complexities of the royal family's past.