As we edge closer to one of the most momentous and patriotic occasions of a generation, we share 10 fun facts about the King’s Coronation to get into the royal spirit
The King’s Coronation will take place on Saturday 6th of May with the procession from Buckingham Palace commencing at 10:20am. The event will take place at Westminster Abbey, where the King will be crowned alongside Camilla, the Queen Consort.
To get you into the royal spirit, Jack Jewers, author and historian, has compiled a list of 10 fun facts about the Coronation, including Queen Elizabeth II’s back in 1953 and the Coronation of King Charles this weekend.
10 Fun Facts About the King’s Coronation
Over 27 Million People Watched Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation in 1953. Credit: @theroyalfamily via Instagram
The late Queen Elizabeth II?s coronation in 1953 is considered to be the true ?birth? of television in the UK, watched by over 27 million people ? over half the population, with an average of 17 people to every TV set. It was the first time most people had even watched television and led to millions buying a TV set for the occasion.
Over 8,000 Guests Attended Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation
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Over 8,000 guests attended Westminster Abbey for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, there were so many guests that they had to build special tired seating (like at a football match) to fit all the guests...