It's a historic moment in Scotland as KingCharlesIII continues his coronation festivities. 🏴👑
St Giles’ Cathedral. The piece was originally constructed for former King of Scotland James V, who first wore it during the Coronation of Queen Mary of Guise in 1540. The sword Charles has received is much more modern than its counterparts, though: It’s a new commission, as the existing 16th-century piece has become too fragile to handle.
The Prince and Princess of Wales, King Charles III, and Queen Camilla at the ceremony at St Giles’ CathedralAhead of the service, the crown jewels were transported to the cathedral in a procession through the Royal Mile, a thoroughfare that runs through the heart of the city’s Old Town. More than 700 members of the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force took part in the event.
King Charles and Queen Camilla left their official Scottish residence, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, by car in a separate procession. They were accompanied by the Prince and Princess of Wales, a.k.a. Prince William and Kate Middleton, who are also known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland.The last event of this kind took place was in 1953 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s accession to the throne.
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