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As long as there has been a monarch in the UK — for more than a 1,000 years — there have been questions about the legitimacy of the monarchy.

While the coronation of King Charles III was a deeply religious and Protestant Church of England ceremony, attempts were made to make it more accessible and relevant to the general public.

As long as there has been a monarchy, there have been questions about its legitimacy. But for many people, it would be difficult to disentangle the royal family from British identity.

Elizabeth’s crowning seemed like a new dawn. But the reign of Charles begins in a kingdom under a cloud

At Westminster Abbey this weekend, ancient coronation bling such as the stone of destiny and St Edward’s staff is set to wow onlookers

Despite gestures towards inclusivity, the ceremony remains rooted in outdated religious and feudal ideals, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

The little details - the thrones, the flowers, the line-up on the balcony - reveal a King trying to turn his mother’s legacy into a monarchy to suit the times.

King Charles III became sovereign of 14 Commonwealth realms when he ascended the throne, but many of them are likely to remove him as head of state.

The coronation chair has been restored and is ready to shine when King Charles III is officially crowned on May 6

Will pray out loud. the pledge of allegiance, or homage of the people to give its official title, marks a break with tradition. previously only lords at the coronation service had to recite a form of words. this is the text of the pledge of allegiance. it reads... other countries like the united states require a patriotic verse to be recited by governing officials — and in most schools — on a daily basis. and although the coronation is a rare event and the homage entirely optional, it is som...