Prince William at the coronation concert of Charles III. (London, May 7, 2023) LEON NEAL
The Prince of Wales took to the stage at Charles III’s coronation concert this Sunday, May 7. On this occasion, he gave a powerful speech, not failing to revive the memory of his grandmother who died last September.
King Charles III was cheered by the crowd at his coronation concert this Sunday, May 7. It takes place at Windsor Castle in London, in front of around 20,000 spectators. Such artists as Lionel Richie, Katy Perry or even his son, Prince William, have succeeded on stage. The latter wanted to interrupt the show for a moment to give a moving speech to pay tribute to his father and grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, who died in September 2022 after 70 years on the throne.
“Dad, we’re all so proud of you,” she first told the excited audience. And continue. “As my grandmother said, coronations are the declaration of our hopes for the future. And I know he is there looking down on us lovingly. And I know she would be a very proud mother.”
to serve his country
Then he remembered his father’s years of service in Great Britain. “As beautiful as the celebrations are, there is a simple message at the heart of the pageantry: service,” he added. My father’s first words on entering Westminster Abbey yesterday were a vow of service. It was an oath to continue serving.” Bringing up all the obligations of the new sovereign, especially environmental, but also for cultural diversity.
Kate Middleton’s husband also expressed his gratitude to the millions of people who serve the country, whether “in the armed forces, in classrooms, in hospital services and in local communities”. “I wish I could mention you all. Your service inspires us. And tonight we are also celebrating you,” he said, not emphasizing his loyalty to the nation as a son and as an heir. “I pledge to serve you all, King, Country and Commonwealth. God save the king.”
In the video, Prince George wears his grandfather Charles III’s train
Source: Le Figaro
