Charles III Pays Tribute and Shares Words on the Queen's 100th Birthday

"Many people will remember the Queen at moments of national significance, while others will recall her uplifting words and warm smile."

On April 21 (local time), King Charles III of the United Kingdom paid tribute to his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, through a televised address commemorating the 100th anniversary of her birth. Charles III also expressed concerns about the current era.

Queen Elizabeth II (center) is watching an aerobatic flight (photo below) with her family from the Buckingham Palace balcony on the 2nd, the first day of the 70th anniversary celebration of her accession in 2022. From left, Camilla Parker Bowles, Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Charles, Catherine Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince William. Great-grandchildren also joined. Photo by AP Yonhap News

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He said, "Many aspects of the times we live in today would have brought my mother deep distress," adding, "However, I draw courage from my mother's faith that good will always prevail and that a brighter dawn will soon come."

Buckingham Palace did not clarify which particular issues Charles III was referring to. The Daily Telegraph and The Times interpreted his remarks as hinting at international affairs, including the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, as well as domestic issues such as social cohesion.

King Charles III is scheduled to make a state visit to the United States from April 27 to 30, where he will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump. Some interpret his message as relating to the U.S.'s involvement in the Iran war. Previously, Buckingham Palace announced that Charles III would address the "challenges" faced by the United Kingdom, the United States, and their allies in his speech to the U.S. Congress.

On this day, Charles III referred to his mother as "darling mama," and paid tribute by saying, "My beloved mother will remain in our hearts forever."

Queen Elizabeth II, born on April 21, 1926, ascended to the throne in 1952 at the age of 25 and reigned for 70 years until her passing in September 2022 at the age of 96. Charles III, the eldest son of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, was born at Buckingham Palace on November 14, 1948.

On the 9th (local time), hats, shoes, and bags worn by Queen Elizabeth II are on display at an exhibition highlighting her life and fashion, held at the Kings Gallery at Buckingham Palace in London, England. Photo by AP Yonhap News

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Charles III said, "The Queen shaped the world around her and touched the lives of countless people," adding, "To mark my beloved mother's 100th birthday, we will pause to reflect on her life." He continued, "Many people will remember the Queen at moments of national importance, while others will recall her uplifting words and warm smile," paying tribute to the late Queen.

Meanwhile, the British royal family is carrying out various commemorative projects to mark the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's birth, including exhibitions, the construction of a memorial hall, and the writing of an official biography. On this day, the royal family unveiled the final design for the Elizabeth II Memorial, which will be built in St. James's Park, London. The memorial will feature a 7.3-meter-tall bronze statue of Elizabeth II in ceremonial attire from her youth.

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