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Charles was born in Buckingham Palace during the reign of his maternal grandfather, King George VI, and became heir apparent when his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, acceded to the throne in 1952. He was created Prince of Wales in 1958 and his investiture was held in 1969.
Learn about The Prince of Wales, the heir to the throne and the eldest son of King Charles III and Diana, Princess of Wales. Discover his interests, projects and patronages in the UK and overseas, such as environment, homelessness, mental health and Armed Forces.
Mar 1, 2024 · In 1969, at the age of 20, he was invested by the Queen as Prince of Wales at Caerfarnon Castle. Before the investiture, the then prince learnt Welsh at University College of Wales in Aberystwyth.
Jun 29, 2024 · Kate, Princess of Wales, apologizes for missing Irish Guards final rehearsal before king's parade. Charles III (born November 14, 1948, Buckingham Palace, London, England) is the king of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland from September 8, 2022.
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Feb 6, 2022 · The Prince of Wales has paid tribute to the Queen on her Platinum Jubilee for the "remarkable achievement" of reaching 70 years on the throne.
May 6, 2023 · Charles III Is Crowned King. Charles, Britain’s first new monarch in 70 years, was crowned at Westminster Abbey in London during an ancient ceremony that incorporated some modern touches. “I ...
Jun 30, 2019 · Prince Charles begins his annual summer visit to Wales on Monday, as he marks 50 years since his investiture. The prince was 20 when he was crowned in a ceremony at Caernarfon Castle. The...
