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KING CHARLES' ADDRESS TO THE NATION

Oznell — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:09:30 GMT

He's still in the middle of his speech. How do you assess he has done? I think his tone of deep respect for his mother's achievement will sit well. His praise for her sense of duty, tradition, service, guiding faith, speaks to the weight he'll give those virtues in his own reign.

"The nation changes, our values remain constant". Reaching out. Nice acknowledgment of an evolving Britain, while remaining moored in the highest goals of British tradition.

He made sure that Camilla gets her due-- "my darling wife.... Queen Consort"....

Affection for family-- paramount.

William becomes Prince of Wales!

Good speech, in my 'umble opinion.

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Oznell — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:10:51 GMT

And did anyone thing Willliam would be declared Prince of Wales right in this first speech? Interesting.

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Sooner — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:15:37 GMT

Isn't the heir automatically POW? I don't think he has to be appointed or named to assume that slot.

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brandiwine — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:16:03 GMT

I could care less about his "address". Someone wrote proper words for him to say. Lost any respect for him many years ago. His mother was an amazing woman who took her duties seriously. She made many sacrifices for the benefit of her country and the world. She will be missed.

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icezeus — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:16:50 GMT

I watched the speech and felt that Charles hit the right notes, and tone. Deep respect and love for his mother, family and country.

No, it did not surprise me that he declared William Prince of Wales, because the news mentioned yesterday that it would be happening.

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CrazyDaisy — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:18:28 GMT

@icezeus wrote:
I watched the speech and felt that Charles hit the right notes, and tone. Deep respect and love for his mother, family and country.

No, it did not surprise me that he declared William Prince of Wales, because the news mentioned yesterday that it would be happening.

I kind of thought he would have waited till the end of the mourning period.

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icezeus — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:18:52 GMT

@Sooner wrote:
Isn't the heir automatically POW? I don't think he has to be appointed or named to assume that slot.

@Sooner

I had the impression yesterday that this was all automatic as well, but I did not want to mention in case I was incorrect. Some take such pleasure in correcting people for minor errors.

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deepwaterdotter — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:19:57 GMT

A respectful address from a loving son. "God Save the King."

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Oznell — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:21:14 GMT

@Sooner, the designation isn't automatic. It's at the discretion of the monarch, and I suppose can theoretically be bestowed at any time deemed appropriate.

While of course knowing it would happen, I found it interesting that it would be officially announced by Charles, in his very first speech in his new role. It's a nice, early vote of confidence for William...

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icezeus — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:22:15 GMT

@CrazyDaisy wrote:
@icezeus wrote:
I watched the speech and felt that Charles hit the right notes, and tone. Deep respect and love for his mother, family and country.

No, it did not surprise me that he declared William Prince of Wales, because the news mentioned yesterday that it would be happening.

I kind of thought he would have waited till the end of the mourning period.

@CrazyDaisy

From yesterday news coverage I thought that it was automatic, but that he would officially be announcing it within a few days.

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ValuSkr — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:24:05 GMT

I understand the speech was pre-recorded, not live. Does anyone know when it was canned - weeks, months, years ago?

At any rate. I look forward to hearing how the Charles administration will rule the empire.

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occasionalrain — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:26:59 GMT

I've always liked and admired King Charles.

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Sooner — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:27:24 GMT

@icezeus wrote:
@Sooner wrote:
Isn't the heir automatically POW? I don't think he has to be appointed or named to assume that slot.
@Sooner
I had the impression yesterday that this was all automatic as well, but I did not want to mention in case I was incorrect. Some take such pleasure in correcting people for minor errors.

@Oznell LOL!!!

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JamandBread — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:27:49 GMT

He did a fine job. He tried to relax a bit, but some big intakes of breath told me it was difficult.

He has huge shoes to fill, without the adoration and respect his mother had. But I think King Charles will rise to the occasion.

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jackthebear — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:28:16 GMT

@Sooner wrote:
Isn't the heir automatically POW? I don't think he has to be appointed or named to assume that slot.

"Prince of Wales. The title is intended for the male heir apparent to the throne, but is an appointment, rather than a birthright. In fact every male heir to the British throne has been given the title"

was curious about it so I looked it up, when Charles became POW in the 70's there was a big ceremony in Wales. but looks like that is not

a given

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kaydee50 — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:31:08 GMT

Did not watch. While QEII was admirable in many respects, I won't say what I think of King Charles III. Just part of another dysfunctional family.

The only useful part of this is that is has taken the focus off our political situation for awhile and the various weather problems throughout the USA.

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tansy — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:33:31 GMT

From what I saw he performed well enough. He's certainly had time to prepare for this occasion. I am hoping the endless coverage of his mother's death will cease until the funeral.

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jackthebear — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:33:42 GMT

@ValuSkr wrote:
I understand the speech was pre-recorded, not live. Does anyone know when it was canned - weeks, months, years ago?

At any rate. I look forward to hearing how the Charles administration will rule the empire.

today at the Palace

have been watching all the BBC coverage

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jackthebear — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:35:15 GMT

naming William the POW

is a way of saying business will go on,

no gaps in coverage so to speak

nice mention of H M,

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Desert Lily — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:40:32 GMT

From Today dot com news:

During his first televised address as king, Charles confirmed that William and Kate would also inherit the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales. Their social media accounts were changed to reflect those titles.

William and Kate retain the titles of Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and Cambridge as well.