United Kingdom You are close to experiencing a very special day. Countdown to the coronation King Charles III and the queen consort Camila Parker-Bowles started. Next Saturday, May 6, a three-day celebration will begin, with different types of events.
To remember the previous coronation that the British royal family experienced, we must look back 70 years as a young teenager. Isabel II ascended the throne at the age of 27, after the death of his father, King George VI. Seventy years go a long way, and the world of that time has little or nothing to do with current reality. Prince William’s father is well aware of this as he prepares a ceremony to reflect “and” the current role of the monarch. will look to the futurerooted in the traditions and spectacles of the past,” according to the royal statement.
This look into the future can be translated as a step towards getting involved in a coronation that will include a concert with international artists, an LGBT choir, a national vegetarian lunch, and various initiatives promoting volunteerism.
Differences
But these will not be the only differences between two ceremonies from two different centuries, when the ascension took place at diametrically opposite moments in the rulers’ lives.
Different vital moments
One of the most obvious differences between the two ceremonies is that Vital moment and age at the coronation of Isabel II and Carlos III. Charles of England turned 73 on the day his 96-year-old mother died. all stages of life as experience and in principle there is little to do. Isabel II, on the other hand, found herself in this situation after the death of her father, who could not overcome a long illness and died at the age of 57. The loss of her father came as a heavy blow to young Isabel, who was in great danger. great responsibility and a long trajectory full of difficulties and complications.
In footage of that coronation, you can see then-five-year-old Prince Charles combed and a little bored at times. Both he and his sister, Ana, accompanied Elizabeth, who could not continue to grieve, had to face her new life as the Queen of England.
Camilla, Queen consort
King George VI’s wife, Queen Elizabeth – also known as the Queen Mother – was chosen as the new Queen Consort in 1937. However, Queen II. At Elizabeth’s coronation, her husband, Prince Philip of Edinburgh, Although she was the queen’s consort, she was not crowned next to him. But on May 6, Camila Parker Bowles will be crowned queen consort with her husband in a simpler ceremony.
Fewer guests and time
The celebration for Carlos III is quite less crowded than his mother’sbecause the guest list will be approx. 2,000 peopleMore than one person attending the Isabel II party 8,000This caused them to be too narrow and those farther away had to use binoculars.
Also, about 96,000 paying guests gathered in front of Westminster Abbey to attend the parade. Elsewhere, the Queen’s Grand Regiment consisted of more than 40,000 UK and Commonwealth service personnel and 24 military bands. 8 kilometer walk
Along a route filled with sailors, soldiers and airmen and women from the British Empire and the Commonwealth of Nations, 22 guests and officials were traded after passing a few. Three million spectators gathered on the streets of Londonsome camp overnight to gain a vantage point for the monarch, while others erect stairs and piers along the route.
As Britain’s Armed Forces shrank at an alarming rate, everything indicates that the size of the Carlos III regiment will be less in number and route, since it will be no more than 2 kilometers..
It will last approximately one to one in terms of worship as well as being less crowded. one and a half hours and two hoursshorter than Queen Elizabeth’s, lasting up to three hours.
Less luxury and more expensive
As some British media reported, King III. wear military uniforms instead of standard royal attire. He also won’t wear silk stockings and pants because they “look too old-fashioned” and wants the ceremony to reflect “the modern monarchy of the 21st century.”
Unlike his son, in 1953 a white satin dress The work of designer Norman Hartnell, who also made the bridal gown for Philip of Edinburgh’s wedding, with an embroidery of flowers, sequins, pearls and crystals from the Commonwealth countries of the time. This gold and silver threads Part of his suit was designed for shared iconic images of the monarch, who accompanied the suit with a six-foot-long tunic.
More modern and inclusive
Carlos III wants to associate the British crown with an image of modernity, so he prepares a coronation. less equipment and with a more inclusive, open and respectful atmosphere towards the environment. The King also stressed that the ceremony represents the different faiths and communities of the country. reflect ethnic diversity current UK. All this, of course, without offending the most traditionalists.
Thus, the British Royal House ‘regulated its performance’coronation choir‘, refugees, the deaf, activists from the LGTBI community and a chorus of British health workers. At the same time as this cultural event, various parts of the country will be illuminated in honor of the coronation and the new king Carlos III.
There will also be one concert with internationally renowned artists several thousand people will be invited. Performers include Take That’s Katy Perry, Mark Owen, Gary Barlow and Howard Donald; Lionel Richie or Andrea Bocelli, among others. This musical event More like Elizabeth II’s Platinum JubileeThe Queen is where Diana Ross, Craig David and Duran Duran performed at the coronation.
Carlos III will celebrate the ‘Great Coronation’ like his mother, but the menu will not be the same. The current ruler replaced the legendary.Coronation chicken‘ for a vegetarian recipe: Spinach, broad beans and tarragon quiche. Finally, the Royal House wanted to close the ceremony with a final day dedicated to volunteer actions and programs run by charities like Los Scouts.
Similarities between the two ceremonies
There will be some differences in the coronations of Isabel II and Carlos III, but you can also find a lot in common.
day, time and place
To get started III. Carlos will respect the day, time and place of the ceremony. HE Saturday morning at Westminster Abbey place and time chosen for this event in the last 900 years. And just as it happened to the late ruler, archbishop of Canterbury and the spiritual leader of the Anglican Church will be the master of ceremonies.
hero’s heroism
The most important part of the ceremony will remain: st edward’s crownKing II in 1661. It was created for Carlos and is made of solid gold with over 400 precious stones. Just as the crown touched the monarch’s head, the crowd shouted, “God save the Queen!” he shouted, something similar to what was expected to happen on May 6.
televise
Elizabeth II’s coronation was a turning point because It is the first in history to be broadcast on British television and on the screens of many countries.. Historical action had a great impact 27 million viewers and more than 11 million radio listeners. However, the decision to broadcast the ceremony has been the subject of debate within the British cabinet on the matter. First Minister Winston Churchill was against the idea of transfer; however, Isabel refused his advice and insisted that the incident take place in front of the camera.
As it could not be otherwise, the existing monarchy also wanted the show to be broadcast live on television. This The BBC is preparing a special program This historical event, which will be on the air from 08:00 in the morning to 17:00 in the evening, will also be broadcast on local time and other country televisions. The British Royal House will also broadcast live. Via his official channel on YouTube.
greetings from the balcony
The expected moment to close the first day of the ceremony is resumed: King and Queen consort to be seen on Buckingham’s balcony to greet the crowd that will gather around him. Among so many protocols, the most natural images will be seen there. Seventy years ago, Elizabeth could have been seen with royalty in a more relaxed setting.