King Charles was crowned as Prince of Wales on July 1, 1969.
As King Charles battles cancer and navigates the complexities of preserving the monarchy, a solemn pledge he made to his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, has resurfaced. This promise, made during his coronation as Prince of Wales amid assassination fears, remains poignant.
The historic moment, witnessed by millions, saw Charles kneeling before his mother with a sword by his side, vowing to be her 'liege man of life.' The video of this event shows a 20-year-old Charles, seemingly untroubled by the threats he faced at the time.
The ceremony, held at Caernarfon Castle, marked a significant moment in history as Queen Elizabeth placed a futuristic coronet on Charles' head. The event was attended by 4,000 guests and watched by 500 million people worldwide.
This video has resurfaced as King Charles faces the most challenging phase of his reign. Both he and the beloved royal, Kate Middleton, are undergoing cancer treatment. Additionally, the family is strained by the ongoing rift with Harry and Meghan and Prince Andrew's scandal.
Despite these challenges, the 75-year-old monarch remains steadfast in his commitment to serve his people and the monarchy. He is preparing for a Commonwealth summit visit to Australia and Samoa in October, determined not to be remembered as the monarch who lost Australia amidst growing antipathy towards the British monarchy.
