![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The anti-monarchy group Republic said six of its members, including its chief executive, were arrested as they arrived at a protest. The king does remain the U.K.’s head of state and a symbol of national identity - and Charles will have to work to bring together a multicultural nation and shore up support for the monarchy at at time when it is waning, especially among younger people. These days, the king no longer has executive or political power, and the service is purely ceremonial since Charles automatically became king upon death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in September. Charles was the 40th sovereign to be enthroned in the abbey - and, at 74, the oldest. For 1,000 years and more, British monarchs have been crowned in such grandiose ceremonies that confirm their right to rule. ![]()
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