After King Charles was diagnosed with cancer last year, royal chatter quickly turned to whether he might abdicate the throne to Prince William one day. The tradition of abdication might be more common in European monarchies, but in Britain, being King or Queen is seen as a lifelong job. After all, Queen Elizabeth famously stated on her 21st birthday, "I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service." But what happens if The King is no longer able to fulfill his duties?
According to royal historian Jessica Storoschuk, the public shouldn't expect King Charles to step down anytime soon—or ever.
