Queen's Camilla announcement gives Britain a glimpse of its life after her reign
For many, Queen Elizabeth II is synonymous with the British monarchy. But as the country celebrated her platinum jubilee, she set the stage for the next royal era.
LONDON — For many, Queen Elizabeth II is synonymous with the British monarchy. But as the country celebrated its figurehead reaching 70 years on the throne, she set the stage for what will come next.
The highly popular head of state is the first to celebrate such an advanced anniversary, as well as the only monarch most in the United Kingdom have ever known. She has helped guide Britain through the end of its colonial empire, the Cold War, social upheaval, Brexit and now the Covid pandemic.
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In a statement marking her platinum jubilee last Saturday, the queen thanked the British public and reflected on reaching the milestone.
She also added a surprise message that looked ahead to life after she is gone, saying she wants her son Prince Charles' wife, Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, to be known as the “queen consort” when he takes the throne.
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