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Despite gestures towards inclusivity, the ceremony remains rooted in outdated religious and feudal ideals, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle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 something new here in britain. live now to dr bob morris, honorary research fellow in the constitution ...