After the controversy unleashed by the first royal portrait of King Charles, a new official image has been revealed.
This June 29, 2024, a portrait of the monarch, who at 75 years of age remains unstoppable despite his battle with cancer, was released.
On this occasion, King Charles appears dressed in his military uniform in a photograph taken in the Great Corridor of Windsor Castle in November 2023.
More details on the new official portrait of King Charles
Other details that can be appreciated from the image is that he is seated in his ceremonial Field Marshal No. 1 frock coat, the monarch sports his medals, sword and decorations.
Photographer Hugo Burnand was commissioned to capture this image, continuing a long relationship with the king that goes back years.
Burnand has been chosen for many of the King’s official photos including coronation portraits and Cabinet Office photography of the King, which are displayed in public buildings across the UK.
He also took the official portraits at the wedding of Charles and Camilla in 2005, as well as at the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2011.
Queen Camilla’s Armed Forces Day greetings
Queen Camilla shared a special message in honor of Armed Forces Day.
Filmed in the Morning Room at Clarence House and produced by the British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS), the video shows the 76-year-old Queen wearing her Royal Lancers pin.
In her remarks, she thanked veterans, serving members of the armed forces and their families for their dedication and sacrifice.
Queen Camilla acknowledged the impact that military life has on the loved ones of those deployed overseas and highlighted the importance of their work in times of war and peace.
Queen Camilla said, “I am deeply honored to join you all on Armed Forces Day. Whether in this country or overseas, we celebrate the service of the men and women in our military and thank you all for everything you do to protect this country of ours. We also remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the pursuit of stability and peace around the world.”
Queen Camilla concluded, “I also want to thank your families, who keep the home fires burning, whilst you are deployed overseas. As the proud daughter of an Army officer, I know something of the impact military life has on your loved ones – you too are heroes. In times of war and in times of peace, whether seen or unseen, our Armed Forces support and strengthen our nation. You are a source of inspiration, reassurance and pride – and I salute you all.”