Saturday is coronation day for Britain’s King Charles III and his second wife, Queen Consort Camilla. It is the first British coronation spectacular in 70 years. Queen Elizabeth II was the last British monarch to be crowned. The 74-year old Charles became king the moment his mother died in September.
King Charles III's Coronation
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Royal fans take their seats where they can watch the procession of the coronation of Britain's King Charles III in London, May 6, 2023.
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Troops march outside the Palace of Westminster ahead of Britain's King Charles III coronation ceremony in London, May 6, 2023.
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A guest arrives at Westminster Abbey prior to the coronation ceremony of Britain's King Charles III in London, May 6, 2023.
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A man sleeps on the ground ahead of Britain's King Charles III coronation ceremony in London, May 6, 2023.
