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See King Charles-III's first and emotional address after the death of Queen Elizabeth

Britain's newly-appointed King Charles III addressed the mourning nation on Friday following the demise of his mother Queen Elizabeth II after prolonged health issues. While delivering his first national address as new monarch of the United Kingdom, King Charles started his speech by paying tribute to her mother and said that it was a profound personal commitment that defined her whole life.
"In 1947 on her 21st birthday, she(Queen Elizabeth II)pledged in a broadcast from Cape Town to Commonwealth to devote her life to service of her people. it was more than a promise,it was a profound personal commitment that defined her whole life," the King said.
He also vowed a 'lifelong service' in first public address since ascending to the throne.
King Charles III also said that he will give his son and heir William the title of 'Prince of Wales,' and expressed his 'love for Harry and Meghan' in first address.
The 73-year-old King also used the address to pledge to serve the United Kingdom, its realms and the Commonwealth with loyalty and dedication.
Further in his speech, King Charles also said that  he won't have much time and energy to serve charity, given the demand of his new role. He stated that his family was undergoing changes.
"And to my darling Mama, as you begin your last great journey to join my dear late Papa, I want simply to say this: thank you. Thank you for your love and devotion to our family and to the family of nations you have served so diligently all these years," the King concluded his speech. 

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