Queen Elizabeth II’s final wish appears to have been disregarded as Camilla, the wife of King Charles III, is anticipated to assume the title of Queen rather than Queen Consort.
The decision to bestow this new title upon Camilla seems to contradict the late Queen’s intentions for her daughter-in-law.
The alteration in Camilla’s title is slated to occur following King Charles III’s coronation in May, as reported by Daily Mail.
Initially, Camilla faced public disapproval when news of her affair with Charles surfaced, leading her to forego the title of Princess of Wales.
Upon their marriage, she expressed her desire to be recognized as Princess Consort once Charles ascended to the throne.
However, over the years, Camilla has garnered increased favor among the public.
Formerly known as Camilla Parker Bowles, she tied the knot with King Charles in 2005 and held the title of Duchess of Cornwall until Queen Elizabeth II’s passing in September.
Following Charles’s ascension to the throne, Camilla was expected to be referred to as Queen Consort.
Nevertheless, this impending change in title deviates from the late Queen’s purported wishes for Camilla.
In a surprising turn of events, a letter penned by Queen Elizabeth II in February 2022 expressed her endorsement of Camilla being recognized as Queen Consort.
This revelation contradicted previous assumptions regarding the Queen’s stance on the matter.
The letter, composed at Sandringham House, not only acknowledged the advancements made during her reign but also conveyed gratitude to her subjects.
Towards the conclusion of the correspondence, the Queen disclosed the unexpected news regarding Camilla’s title adjustment.
Queen Elizabeth’s letter emphasized her hope that the public would extend the same support to Charles and Camilla as they had afforded her.
She expressed her sincere desire for Camilla to assume the role of Queen Consort, acknowledging her unwavering dedication to service.
This declaration finally resolves a longstanding uncertainty that lingered since Charles and Camilla’s union in 2005, which occurred following his divorce from Princess Diana and her tragic demise in Paris.
As preparations for King Charles III’s coronation progress, the impending change in Camilla’s title stirs intrigue and speculation among royal observers.
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