King Charles III and his wife Camilla, Queen Consort, sent a message to the people of Atlantic Canada amid the devastation caused by Storm Fiona.
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King Charles III addressed the nation for the first time as the Monarch and announced William and Kate as the Prince and Princess of Wales. In his address, the King said: "Queen Elizabeth's was a life well lived; a promise with destiny kept and she is mourned most deeply in her passing. That promise of lifelong service I renew to you all today."
His Majesty referred to the new roles and titles now given to members of the family, confirming Camilla would serve has his Queen Consort. Speaking of William and Kate, he said: "As my Heir, William now assumes the Scottish titles which have meant so much to me.
"He succeeds me as Duke of Cornwall and takes on the responsibilities for the Duchy of Cornwall which I have undertaken for more than five decades. Today, I am proud to create him Prince of Wales, Tywysog Cymru, the country whose title I have been so greatly privileged to bear during so much of my life and duty.
"With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given.
Charles also referred to Harry and Meghan in his speech, adding: "I want also to express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas."
Ending his first speech as King, he touchingly paid tribute to his late mother, the Queen, adding: "And to my darling Mama, as you begin your last great journey to join my dear late Papa, I want simply to say this: thank you.
"Thank you for your love and devotion to our family and to the family of nations you have served so diligently all these years. May 'flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest'."
The King and Queen Consort spent the night in
King Charles III and his wife Camilla, Queen Consort, sent a message to the people of Atlantic Canada amid the devastation caused by Storm Fiona.
King Charles III has paid a moving tribute to his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in a new official photograph released by Buckingham Palace.The new King, 73, was pictured with his red box for the first time as he carried out his official duties dealing with papers from government ministers in the UK and the realms, as well as Commonwealth representatives. Charles can be seen looking at the red box containing the papers as he donned a blue pinstripe suit, but in the background a subtle nod to his late mother can be seen.
King Charles III is expected to be officially crowned King in Spring 2023 on a special date that pays homage to his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. Charles was formally proclaimed as King just two days after the Queen’s death, but his official coronation is yet to take place. Evidently in no major rush for the historic event to take place, it’s believed King Charles, 73, will have his coronation on the 70th anniversary of his mother’s special day.
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Taking the throne. King Charles III was officially proclaimed as Monarch. On the early morning of September 10, 2022, the Accession Council convened in a formal ceremony to recognize his sovereignty.
The King takes an oath to maintain and preserve the Church of Scotland.
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King Charles III gave his son William his old title, Prince of Wales, as he gave his first address as the new monarch on Friday evening. The 73-year-old became King following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Thursday at the age of 96. In his first televised speech as the King, Charles formally declared that his son and heir will now be known as the Prince of Wales, while William's wife Catherine will be the new Princess of Wales, a title formerly held by William's late mother Princess Diana.
A solemn milestone. The first official portrait of King Charles III was unveiled following the new monarch’s national address on Friday, September 9.
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