Queen Elizabeth II died two years ago this month, on September 8, 2022, when her eldest son Charles became King - and it was two simple words that confirmed his new title. This time two years ago, the Royal Family underwent a historic transformation that changed the monarchy forever - Queen Elizabeth II passed away and her eldest son ascended the throne as King Charles. The late monarch died at her beloved Balmoral estate on September 8 2022, concluding an extraordinary 70-year reign, while Charles, having been prepared for the throne for much of his existence, stepped into his long-awaited role.
A royal biography disclosed the precise location of Charles when he learned of his mother's passing and his ascension to kingship, along with the details of how it unfolded with two simple words, the Mirror reports. On that fateful morning, as the Queen's health deteriorated, Charles, accompanied by Camilla, rushed to Balmoral. He spent precious final moments with his mother before retreating to his Birkhall home nearby, seeking solace in nature by taking a walk and picking mushrooms.
As detailed in the book, when the Queen's condition worsened, Princess Anne phoned her brother, urging him to hurry back to Balmoral. While driving to the castle in his Land Rover, Charles received the sombre call. In his work, 'Charles III The Inside Story: New King New Court', royal commentator Robert Hardman states: "King Charles III succeeded to the throne at the wheel.
"To be more precise, he had j.