Charles pays special tribute to Her Majesty on the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne
Future King Prince Charles on Sunday paid a special tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne.
The Prince of Wales thanked the 95-year-old monarch for his statement on Saturday that he expects the heir to the throne, wife Camilla, to become the Queen's consort if she succeeds.
"We are deeply conscious of the honor represented by our mother's will," they said in a statement when the Queen announced that Camilla would be known as "Queen's Consort" if Charles became king.
The future king paid tribute to his mother, saying it was an occasion for the nation to unite and celebrate her service to the nation.
Charles shared touching words for Camilla, saying: "As we have sought together to serve and support Her Majesty and the people of our communities, my lovely wife has been my own steadfast support throughout.
"This unprecedented Platinum Jubilee year brings an opportunity for all of us to come together to celebrate the service of the Queen, an example we will continue to lead in years to come."