The British king declared his son William Prince of Wales, who would thus become his successor to the throne.
On Friday, September 9, In his first address to the nation, King Charles III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland declared his son William heir to the throne, granting him the title of Prince of Wales.
The Guardian published the full text of the new king's speech.
At the beginning of his speech, King Charles III spoke of his deep sorrow over the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
“Throughout her life, Her Majesty the Queen – my beloved mother – has been an inspiration and example to me and all my family, and we are in a sincere debt to the mother that any family can have; for her love, favor, guidance, understanding and example ”, he said.
Charles III recalled that when the Queen ascended the throne, Great Britain and the whole world were still coping with the consequences of the Second World War and living according to the conventions of the past.
“Over the past 70 years, we have watched our society become one of many cultures and many faiths. The institutions of the state have changed in turn. But despite all the changes and challenges, our nation and the wider family of states – the talents, traditions and achievements of which I am so incredibly proud – they prospered. Our values remained and must remain unchanged, “said the new British king.
The British monarch noticed that he was counting on the loving help of his beloved wife Camilla and it was to her that he addressed the first title.< /p>
“In recognition of her own loyal public service, after our marriage 17 years ago, she becomes my queen consort. I know that she will fulfill the requirements of her new role with the unwavering devotion to duty on which I have relied so much,” said King Charles III.
The King transferred his Scottish titles, including the Duke of Cornwall, to his son William. In addition, William has been declared Prince of Wales, who by tradition is the king's first heir in the event of his death.
Charles III also expressed his love for his son Harry and his wife Meghan, who “continue to build their lives abroad “.
He ended his address with a touching address to “any mom”.
“As you begin your last big journey to join my dear late dad, I just want to say: Thanks. Thank you for your love and dedication to our family and the family of nations that you have served so diligently all these years. Let the angels sing to your rest.”
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