Queen Elizabeth II - The Life And History of the worlds greatest Monarch
In an address to the nation on September 9, King Charles III honoured the memory of his mother, saying, “Queen Elizabeth's was a life well lived; a promise with destiny kept and she is mourned most deeply in her passing.” The new king made a promise: “As The Queen herself did with such unswerving devotion, I too now solemnly pledge myself, throughout the remaining time God grants me, to uphold the Constitutional principles at the heart of our nation. And wherever you may live in the United Kingdom, or in the Realms and territories across the world, and whatever may be your background or beliefs, I shall endeavour to serve you with loyalty, respect and love, as I have throughout my life.” He also used the speech to confer the title of prince of Wales upon his eldest son, William . Sep. 8, 2022, 5:36 PM ET - After more than 70 years on the throne, Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8. She was succeeded by her eldest son, who will rule as King Charles III. Elizabeth II