King Charles III was officially proclaimed Britain’s monarch Saturday in a pomp-filled ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism
King Charles III makes his declaration during the Accession Council at St James's Palace, London, on Sept. 10, 2022.LONDON — Two days after his mother’s death elevated him to the throne, — and, for the first time, broadcast live online and on air.
They met without Charles, officially confirming his title, King Charles III. The king then joined them, vowing to follow his mother’s “inspiring example” as he took on the duties of monarch. The new king formally approved a series of orders — including one declaring the day of his mother’s funeral a public holiday. The date of the state funeral has not been announced, but it is expected to be around Sept. 19.Charles was accompanied at the ceremony by his wife, Camilla, the Queen Consort, and his eldest son, Prince William. William is now heir to the throne and is now known by the title that Charles long held, Prince of Wales.
Saturday’s accession ceremony ended with a royal official publicly proclaiming King Charles III the monarch from a balcony at the palace. In centuries past, this would have been the first official confirmation the public had of their new sovereign.
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