Left: George, Prince Regent and Prince of Wales by Thomas Lawrence (1816). Right: Charles III photographed by Allan Warren (1972).
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The coronations of these kings symbolise more than mere spectacle: they are a declaration of the new monarch’s intent as they transform from heir to sovereign.
European fairytale: the uniting of the royal houses of Britain, Greece and Denmark in 1947.
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The marriage of the future British queen and her consort was part of an ancient tapestry of royal intermarriage in Europe.
Nation in crisis: Queen Elizabeth II broadcasting on APril 5, 2020.
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The Queen’s speech offered comfort and resolved which was heard, not just in Britain, but throughout Europe.