7 Interesting and Unknown Facts About King Charles III

King Charles III represents British culture around the world and has visited more than 140 nations.

Charles love for literature is deeply felt, especially towards Shakespeare. He has cited the Bard in his speeches.

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Though he is well-known for his posh English, Charles speaks French and Welsh fluently.

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Before his royal obligations, Charles was trained as a pilot and served in the Royal Navy for two years.

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He is a good watercolor painter, depicting landscapes and views of his journeys.

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Before he was King, Charles had to deal with public criticism for his personal life.

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At 73, Charles became the oldest person ever crowned British monarch.

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