King Charles III Proclaimed at the Accession Council

On Thursday, Queen Elizabeth II passed away at the age of 96.

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She served on the throne for 70 years.

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On Friday, King Charles III made his first public address to the world.

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He mourned his late mother while promising to fulfill his duties as King.

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On Saturday, he was officially proclaimed King in a televised ceremony.

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It was the first time that the ceremony has ever been televised.

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The King made a short speech before sitting down to sign the documents to officially become King.

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Queen Consort Camilla and Prince William then signed the documents as witnesses.

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“I shall strive to follow the inspiring example I have been set,” King Charles III said in his speech.

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