Charles: the outspoken and understated new king
Charles has spent virtually his entire life waiting to succeed his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, even as he took on more of her duties and responsibilities as she aged.
Read morePrince Charles in quotes
From a young age, Charles was widely quoted and often in the spotlight as the son of the most famous woman in the world and heir to the British throne.
Read moreLine of succession to the British throne
The line of succession to the throne changes after the death of queen Elizabeth II, as her eldest son and heir, Charles, Prince of Wales, becomes king.
Read moreCharles to inherit queen's private fortune
King Charles inherits not just the throne after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, but also her private fortune -- without having to pay inheritance tax.
Read moreWhen the UK queen pops in for tea: Elizabeth's public interactions
During her long life of public duty and protocol, Queen Elizabeth II occasionally shared in her subjects' ordinary lives -- often during sneaked or staged encounters.
Read moreGorbachev to Gaga: Queen Elizabeth's most notable meetings
From a string of US presidents to Lady Gaga, Queen Elizabeth II met leading political and artistic personalities from around the globe during her record-breaking time on the throne.
Read moreSex Pistols and 'The Simpsons': The queen in pop culture
From a Sex Pistols single to "The Simpsons", "The Crown" and Andy Warhol works, Queen Elizabeth's pop culture cameos were frequent and often unforgettable.
Read moreHorse racing: Queen Elizabeth II's abiding sporting passion
Queen Elizabeth II, who had a lifelong passion for horses, was a keen racegoer as well as a successful owner and breeder who enjoyed many notable triumphs.
Read moreCoronation chicken, a bridge and a cake: 10 things named after the queen
From a White House bedroom to culinary delights, here are 10 things named in honour of Queen Elizabeth II:
Read moreQueen Elizabeth II's style shaped to suit a sovereign
Brightly coloured outfits, a matching hat and a pristine pair of gloves: Queen Elizabeth II's look was instantly recognisable and a self-created uniform styled to suit her role.
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