Prince & Princess of WalesThe Coronation

The Prince and Princess of Wales get the Coronation party started with a pint at the pub

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4th May 2023
The Prince and Princess of Wales had a busy day of engagements on Thursday as they carried out some Coronation themes events ahead of the big day on Saturday. The Prince and Princess started their day with a train journey on the Elizabeth Line – a tube line opened last year in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II for her Platinum Jubilee. During their journey, Their Royal Highnesses spoke…
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Prince Louis spotted as Royal Family continue rehearsals for the Coronation at Westminster Abbey

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3rd May 2023
He almost stole the show at the Platinum Jubilee and it would seem that history has a chance of repeating itself at the Coronation. Prince Louis was spotted with the Royal Family at Westminster Abbey as rehearsals for the historic ceremony continued, a first real indication that the youngest child of the Prince and Princess of Wales will be involved. The five year old was seen leaving the Abbey…
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The oath at the heart of the Coronation

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3rd May 2023
A crucial part of any Coronation is the oath that the new Sovereign takes. Just like the ceremony itself, the oath that is part of it has changed throughout the centuries, according to historical context and the will of the Monarch. The last big change to the oath came in 1937, when other “territories and realms” were also included in the formula, an acknowledgement of all the…
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