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This is perhaps the most exciting moment of Charles III’s coronation. the moment his son William pledged to him “his loyalty, his faith and truth.”
Eight months after the death of Elizabeth II, Charles III was (finally) crowned this Saturday, May 6, at Westminster Abbey. Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby placed the crown of St. Edward on the head of the new king of England. Before the audience in the building shouts in chorus. “God Save the King” (read “God Save the King”).
In the process, Prince William left the front row to pledge allegiance to his father. On his knees he recites his oath before the monarch. “I, William, Prince of Wales, pledge my loyalty, my faith, and my truth to you as your confidant. God help me.” The promise made, the first heir to the British throne rises, touches Charles’s crown and kisses him on the cheek. Which stirs the emotions of the 74-year-old monarch, who then dispenses “amen” followed by “thank you William” (“thank you William “).
William swears allegiance to his father, King Charles III, at his coronation. (London, May 6, 2023) Yui Mok / AFP
Camilla, the new Queen of England
A few minutes later, Camila was crowned in turn. As the Coronation Hymn composed by Andrew Lloyd-Webber was sung, the Queen was officially enthroned as her husband looked on. At that time, no one will miss the complicit look of the couple. The event is in any case historic and marks the triumph of a long impossible love.
In the video, Queen Camilla took turns being crowned
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Source: Le Figaro
