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The investiture of Charles, Prince of Wales (later King Charles III), took place in Caernarfon Castle, north Wales, on 1 July 1969. The ceremony formally presented the title of Prince of Wales to the 20-year-old Charles, eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II. He was the 21st heir to the English or British throne to hold the title.
Nov 8, 2019 · True Story of Prince Charles’s Investiture as the Prince of Wales in 1969. Society. Heritage. A Look Back at Prince Charles's Investiture as the Prince of Wales, 50 Years...
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In 2017, Charles surpassed the future King Edward VII as the longest-serving Prince of Wales. In the 50 years since his investiture, Charles, Prince of Wales been patron to a number of Welsh charities and makes frequent visits to a Welsh residence, Llwynywermod in Carmarthenshire.
Jun 30, 2019 · Prince Charles begins his annual summer visit to Wales on Monday, as he marks 50 years since his investiture. The prince was 20 when he was crowned in a ceremony at Caernarfon Castle. The...
Sep 16, 2022 · It’s a long way from his investiture as the Prince of Wales at Caernarfon Castle on July 1, 1969 — a ceremony during which he brushed off controversy, spoke in Welsh and charmed the nation.
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Investiture of the prince of Wales. Caernarfon Castle set up for the investiture of Charles III, 1 July 1969. The Prince of Wales is sometimes presented and invested with the insignia of his rank and dignity in the manner of a coronation. The title is usually given to the heir apparent of the English or British throne.
