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Why is Prince Charles the Prince of Wales not England?

April 26, 2017Charles culture England Prince Society Wales

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Why is Prince Charles the Prince of Wales not England?

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Charles is heir to the Throne of the United Kingdom, not England. He is also heir to lead the Commonwealth of Nations. The first born heir (the Heir Apparent) to the thrown is traditionally given the title ‘The Prince of Wales’ The tradition of investing the heir of the monarch of United Kingdowm of Great Britain and Northern Ireland with the title of “Prince of Wales” began in 1301, when King Edward I , having completed the conquest of Wales, gave the title to his heir, Prince Edward (later King Edward II ).