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Britain's Charles III will officially be proclaimed king in a ceremony on Saturday, a day after he vowed in his first speech to mourning subjects that he would emulate his "darling mama", Queen Elizabeth II.
The 73-year-old automatically became monarch upon the queen's death Thursday, but an Accession Council ceremony at St James's Palace early Saturday is a constitutional formality to recognise his sovereignty.
"As the queen herself did with such unswerving devotion, I too now solemnly pledge myself, throughout the remaining time God grants me, to uphold the constitutional principles at the heart of our nation," King Charles said in his first address to the nation yesterday.
Here are the highlights on King Charles's proclaimation:
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Canada Proclaims Charles As Its King In Formal Ceremony
Canada announced a 10-day mourning period for the queen. Although Canada ceased being a colony of Britain in 1867, it remained in the British Empire until 1982, and is still a member of the Commonwealth of former empire countries that have the British monarch as head of state.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Governor General Mary Simon signed an order in council proclaiming the new sovereign after a Cabinet meeting.
Trumpets then announced the exit of Canada's chief herald from the residence. He read the order in council proclaiming the new monarch to the public in both English and French, ending with, "Long live the King!"
The ceremony ended with a 21-gun salute and the armed forces band playing "God Save the King."
Canada proclaimed Charles its king on Saturday in a formal ceremony at the official residence in Ottawa of the governor general, the monarch's representative in Canada who performs the duties of the head of state on behalf of the crown.
Canada announced a 10-day mourning period for the queen. Although Canada ceased being a colony of Britain in 1867, it remained in the British Empire until 1982, and is still a member of the Commonwealth of former empire countries that have the British monarch as head of state.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Governor General Mary Simon signed an order in council proclaiming the new sovereign after a Cabinet meeting.
Trumpets then announced the exit of Canada's chief herald from the residence. He read the order in council proclaiming the new monarch to the public in both English and French, ending with, "Long live the King!"
The ceremony ended with a 21-gun salute and the armed forces band playing "God Save the King."
Putin Wishes King Charles "Success, Good Health"
Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Britain's new monarch King Charles on the accession to the throne, the Russian embassy in London said on Twitter.
"Please accept my sincere congratulations on Your Accession to the throne," the statement from Putin read. "I wish Your Majesty success, good health and all the best," it added.
Proclamation Ceremony Ends
The Proclamation ceremony at the Royal Exchange is now over. A London officer of arms read the Proclamation and proclaimed, "God save the King!" after which the Band of Coldstream Guards played the National Anthem. At noon tomorrow, proclamations will be read out in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
The Proclamation ceremony at the Royal Exchange is now over. A London officer of arms read the Proclamation and proclaimed, "God save the King!" after which the Band of Coldstream Guards played the National Anthem. At noon tomorrow, proclamations will be read out in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
King Charles III's Personal Statement At Historic Proclamation Ceremony
Britain's new King Charles issued a personal statement during a historic ceremony on Saturday at which he was formally proclaimed the new monarch. Read the full text of his personal declaration here.
Britain's new King Charles issued a personal statement during a historic ceremony on Saturday at which he was formally proclaimed the new monarch. Read the full text of his personal declaration here.
Named King At Royal Ceremony, Charles Says "Deeply Aware" Of DutiesCharles III on Saturday said he was "deeply aware" of the "duties and heavy responsibilities of sovereignty", as he was formally proclaimed king at a historic ceremony.
"The real power lies with the parliament": Farrukh Dhondy, British Writer on Charles III being formally proclaimed king at a historic ceremony pic.twitter.com/LtJvzInc0B
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Gun Salutes Fired Across Britain For New King
Gun salutes have been taking place to mark the Principal Proclamation. The King's troops fired 41 guns in Hyde Park and 62 guns at the Tower of London to mark the accession of the King, BBC reported.
Gun salutes have been taking place to mark the Principal Proclamation. The King's troops fired 41 guns in Hyde Park and 62 guns at the Tower of London to mark the accession of the King, BBC reported.
Ceremony At St James's Palace Concludes
A further Proclamation will be read at the Royal Exchange in the City of London.
A further Proclamation will be read at the Royal Exchange in the City of London.
Three Cheers For The King After Proclamation Read At Balcony
The Garter King of Arms read the Principal Proclamation from the balcony above Friary Court after which the Garter King of Arms proclaimed "God Save The King", and the State Trumpeters sounded the Royal Salute.
The Garter King of Arms declared, "Three cheers for His Majesty the King. Hip-Hip..." three times, and the King's Guard responded "Hooray" each time.
King Charles III: When Is King Charless Coronation? What We KnowWhile Charles was proclaimed King on Saturday by the Accession Council at St James' Palace making him Great Britain's next monarch, he is yet to be coronated in a separate more elaborate ceremony.
Proclamation Ceremony Ends
Privy Council members leave St James' Palace and sign the proclamation on their way out
King Charles And Witnesses Sign Oath
The King signed the oath he has just declared in front of the Privy Council. Witnesses added their signatures to the document. Charles has also taken the oath related to the security of the Church of Scotland.
King Charles' Tribute To Wife, Camilla
In his address, King Charles thanked his wife, Camilla, for her "constant support". "I am profoundly encouraged by the constant support of my beloved wife," he said.
In his address, King Charles thanked his wife, Camilla, for her "constant support". "I am profoundly encouraged by the constant support of my beloved wife," he said.
King Charles III Gives His Address In The Presence Of Accession Council
In King Charles' declaration to Accession Council, he mourns his mother, Queen Elizabeth's death. "My mother gave an example of lifelong love and of selfless service. My mother's reign was unequalled in its duration, dedication and devotion. Even as we grieve, we give thanks for this most faithful life," he said.
In King Charles' declaration to Accession Council, he mourns his mother, Queen Elizabeth's death. "My mother gave an example of lifelong love and of selfless service. My mother's reign was unequalled in its duration, dedication and devotion. Even as we grieve, we give thanks for this most faithful life," he said.
🔴 Charles Proclaimed King At Historic Ceremony pic.twitter.com/KytigDQ1kv
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Accession Council Proclaims Charles As New King
The first part of the proclamation ceremony by the Accession Council, which includes UK PM Liz Truss, has ended. The Council has proclaimed that Charles is now King Charles III of Great Britain.
Queen Elizabeth To Remain On Canadian Currency "For Years To Come"
Canada, a former British colony, has a new head of state. But the face of Queen Elizabeth II will continue to appear on its currency.
"The current polymer $20 bank note is intended to circulate for years to come. There is no legislative requirement to change the design within a prescribed period when the Monarch changes," Paul Badertscher, spokesman for the Bank of Canada, said by email Thursday.
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Charles To Be Proclaimed King In 1st Televised Ceremony
Britain's Charles will officially be proclaimed king in a ceremony on Saturday and this will be the first time the Accession Council is televised, BBC reported. Charles became king automatically the moment his mother died, so the council proclamation will be a ceremonial one.
Flags will fly at full mast for 24 hours to honour the new king, before returning to half mast.
Attending #AccessionCouncil this morning, where a slimmed down Privy Council of 200 meets to proclaim King Charles III. The longest serving PCs now are the mid 70s intake of Roy Hattersley & Bill Rodgers, but they joined more than 20 years after the last Accession Council (1/7)
- Alex Salmond (@AlexSalmond) September 10, 2022
Charles To Be Proclaimed King Today After Vowing "Lifelong Service"Britain's Charles III will officially be proclaimed king in a ceremony on Saturday, a day after he vowed in his first speech to mourning subjects that he would emulate his "darling mama", Queen Elizabeth II.
