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King Charles III was officially proclaimed as the new king of the United Kingdom following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday. Speaking during the historic ceremony held by the Accession Council at St James's Palace in London, the new King described his mother as an illustrious leader whose 70-year reign was unmatched and worth emulating. He further took an oath to preserve the Church of Scotland and also pledged to uphold a constitutional government as he ascends to the throne. Serfine Achieng now brings us the details of this special ceremony which was televised for the first time in the history of the UK monarchy.
King Charles III formerly declared King at Accession Council ceremony
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