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Charles III was formally proclaimed king by the Accession Council on Saturday during a historic ceremony at St. James Palace.
“I will strive to follow the inspiring example that has been given to me in supporting constitutional government and in seeking peace, harmony and prosperity for the peoples of these islands and the kingdoms and territories of the Commonwealth around the world,” he said. said the king.
The ceremony was attended by Prince William of Wales and the king’s wife, Camilla, who became queen consort.
King Charles III signs an oath to uphold the security of the Church in Scotland during the Accession Council at St James’s Palace, London on Saturday 10 September 2022, where he is formally proclaimed monarch.
(Victoria Jones / Pool photo via AP)
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Garter Principle King of Arms, David Vines White, then read the proclamation of King Charles III from the balcony of the convent court of St James’s Palace.
Charles automatically became king on the death of his mother, but the Accession Council confirmed his role with the presence of the private councilors.
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The new monarch of the United Kingdom paid tribute to his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who recently passed away.
“My mother set an example of lifelong love and selfless service,” she said. “My mother’s reign is unmatched in duration, dedication and devotion.”
Garter Principle King of Arms, David Vines White, center, reads the proclamation of the new king, King Charles III, from the balcony of the convent court of St James’s Palace, London, Saturday 10 September 2022.
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The king passed an order declaring the day of his mother’s funeral a federal holiday.
The Associated Press and Landon Mion contributed to this report.
