RECAP: King Charles III officially crowned at Westminster Abbey in London
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022, her firstborn son acceded the British throne to become King Charles III.
At 73, he was the oldest person to do so, after having been the longest-serving heir apparent and Prince of Wales in British history.
Now, after eight months of carrying out royal duties, both the King and Queen Camilla will be officially crowned at Westminster Abbey in London with about 2000 guests watching on.
RECAP THE CORONATION EVENTS AS THEY HAPPENED
Key Events
And that’s a wrap
Just a quick appearance
The royal family faced the excited crowd while the flypast occurred and then headed back inside.
King Charles and Camila returned again to wave to the public one last time.
Prince Louis looks well and truly over it!
Young Prince Louis can’t stand still as he faces the massive crowd.
The five-year-old was seen tapping on the balcony rail while his sister Charlotte behaved perfectly, waving to the public.
Royal family appears on palace balcony
King Charles and Queen Camilla have braved the rain, appearing on the balcony of Buckingham Palace alongside Prince William, Princess Kate, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
The family are waving to the thousands of royalists as helicopters fly over the palace.
Flypast over Buckingham Palace impacted by bad weather
As a result of the horrendous weather in London today, the six-minute flypast over Buckingham Palace will now be just two minutes.
The Ministry of Defence confirmed only helicopters and the Red Arrows display team will be used.
World leaders congratulate King Charles III
Congratulations flooded in from around the world as King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla were crowned in Westminster Abbey.
US President Joe Biden, who did not attend the ceremony, but whose wife Jill and granddaughter Finnegan did, said: “Congratulations to King Charles III and Queen Camilla on their coronation.
“The enduring friendship between the US and the UK is a source of strength for both our peoples.
“I am proud the First Lady is representing the United States for this historic occasion.”
Ukraine’s Defence Ministry released a video to congratulate Britain on King Charles’ coronation and to thank the country for its support during the war with Russia.
“On the eve of the historic coronation, we’d like to thank our British friends for your friendship. We are grateful for your unwavering support and partnership, especially in the past year!” the ministry said on Twitter.
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Charles appears in front of Palace Gardens
King Charles and Queen Camilla have appeared before the coronation procession standing in the Palace Gardens.
Princess Anne stands with troops
After riding on horseback behind the newly-crowned King and Queen, Princess Anne - the sister of King Charles - is now standing with the troops to take the royal salute.
Newly-crowned King and Queen arrive at Palace
The newly-crowned King and Queen arrive back at Buckingham Palace, with Prince William and Princess Kate following behind.
The royals will now prepare for their balcony appearance.
Prince Harry flees
Prince Harry was snapped fleeing after the ceremony as the rest of his family made their journey to Buckingham Palace.
Just hours ago, it was revealed he was invited to lunch at the Palace, however, it was not known if Harry accepted the invitation.
His quick exit may answer this.
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