"Proud to do so": King Charles III. makes William the "Prince of Wales"

In his first address to his subjects, King Charles III.

"Proud to do so": King Charles III. makes William the "Prince of Wales"

In his first address to his subjects, King Charles III. not only to devote his life to serving his people like his mother, but also announces how the lives of the individual members of the royal family will change. His son William will become the "Prince of Wales".

King Charles III is proud to appoint his son William as "Prince of Wales". The British monarch explains this in his first address to his subjects. William follows in the footsteps of his father, who held the title for over sixty years until the death of his mother.

Also affirmed Charles III. the role of his wife Camilla as the king's consort ("Queen consort"). He emphasized her "unwavering devotion to duty". He "expresses his love" to Harry and Meghan, who continue their lives on the other side of the Atlantic.

At the beginning of his speech, King Charles III renewed. his mother's promise of lifelong service to his people. His mother once promised to devote "her whole life, be it short or long," to serving her subjects. The Queen died Thursday at Balmoral Castle, Scotland, aged 96.

Charles III stressed that he now has less time for his charities in light of the new duties. These should be continued in good hands. "This is also a time of change for my family," he then begins his remarks on the division of roles in the royal family after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

First, the king addresses the role of his wife Camilla, emphasizing their 17-year marriage. Then he makes his son William the "Prince of Wales" and also addresses Harry and Meghan in a loving tone. Towards the end of the speech he found touching words for his deceased mother: "My dear mum, as you begin your last great journey to my dear deceased dad, I just want to say one thing: thank you, thank you for your love and devotion to our family and to all the nations you have served so diligently over the years."