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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Courtney Pochin

Controversial history behind Prince William's new role - as thousands sign angry petition

During his first speech as monarch, King Charles III bestowed a new title upon his eldest son and heir, Prince William. This meant that as well as becoming the Duke of Cornwall and Cambridge, William is now also the Prince of Wales and his wife, Kate is the Princess of Wales.

Charles, who became king following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday, said: "Today, I am proud to create him Prince of Wales, Tywysog Cymru, the country whose title I have been so greatly privileged to bear during so much of my life and duty. With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given."

And while many people will have been happy for William in his new role, it seems there were some who felt it was an "insult to Wales" due to the somewhat controversial history of the title.

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