The public proclamation declaring Charles the King of Great Britain took place on Saturday, September 10, at St. It was read from the balcony of the James Palace.
The strictly regulated procedure in the state rooms of the palace, which served as the official residence of British monarchs until the 19th century, was televised for the first time in history.
King’s assent is a formality, or “constitutional necessity,” as it is called, for in effect III. Charles, his mother. He became king at the time Elizabeth died.
The document, previously signed at a meeting of the Council of Succession, an expanded version of the Privy Council under the Sovereign, was read to serious fanfare by King of Arms David White of the Order of the Garter. He was accompanied by Field Marshal Edward Fitzalan-Howard. In addition to the whole ceremony, II. He is responsible for Elizabeth’s state funeral and her son’s coronation.
During today’s ceremony, Charles III took the traditional oath:
“I, Charles III, by the grace of God, King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and my other dominions and lands, defender of the faith, unshakably swear to protect and support. Exemption of the true Protestant religion established by laws written in Scotland,” the new king declared.
The king declared that he had assumed responsibilities and duties as a monarch. II. He noted the importance of following Elizabeth’s “inspiring example”, supporting constitutional government, and seeking peace, harmony and prosperity for the islanders.
In recognition of the monarch, the flags were lowered at half-mast after the Queen’s death. At Hyde Park, Her Majesty’s Royal Mounted Artillery saluted 41 volleys. The proclamation was then read at the Stock Exchange building in the City of London, and the Tower became the venue for a 62-shot artillery salute.
The proclamation will also be read in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on September 11, 24 hours after the ceremony in London. An hour later, flags on government buildings across the country will again move from the top of the flagpoles to the middle.
And today, Charles III will be officially declared the new head of state in Canada, according to the website of the Governor-General of this country, Mary Simon (the official representative of the British monarch – socialbites.ca).
“The proclamation of the new monarch, King Charles III, will take place on September 10, 2022, at Rideau Hall, the Governor-General’s residence, in Ottawa,” the text says.
On September 8, Buckingham Palace, Queen Elizabeth II. Announced Elizabeth’s death. The Queen, who reigned for 70 years and 7 months, the longest reign in British history, has died at the age of 97. The throne was taken by his eldest son, 73-year-old Prince Charles, who took the name Charles III as king (in the tradition of Russian historiography, European monarchs are named according to the rules of the Latin language).
Being the official head of state in 15 countries, II. National mourning has been declared in England since September 9, due to Elizabeth’s death. It will last until the funeral day and will be a day off for residents of the country. The coronation of Charles III will take place in a few months – its date and the day of the queen’s funeral are not yet clear. In the entire history of the world, only one monarch II. Note that she reigned longer than Elizabeth – this is Louis XIV, who was on the throne in France for 72 years, starting at age 4.
on the eve of Charles III spoke first address of the nation. He paid tribute to his mother and promised to serve the British with loyalty, love and respect. II., who unexpectedly ascended to the throne at the age of 25. Unlike Elizabeth, the new king of Great Britain is preparing to take the crown all his life. As a prince ideas expressed for the development of the world economy. According to him, it is especially necessary to achieve a zero carbon footprint, rethink industries through the prism of sustainable markets, and identify game-changing technologies that will help remove barriers to change.