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Prince Charles / Wales Investiture #204473

CBS Evening News for Tuesday, Jul 01, 1969
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(Studio) Queen Elizabeth presents son, Prince Charles as Prince of Wales at Caernarvon Castle. 3 bombing incidents and egg-throwing occur. No injuries.
REPORTER: Harry Reasoner

(Caernarvon, Wales) Caernarvon viewed from air. Queen and Prince Philip enter medieval amphitheater. Home Secretary and Lord Snowden in procession. Ceremony same as in medieval times. Prince flanked by 2 lords. Prince receives sword, crown, ring, golden rod, and purple mantle. [PRINCE - gives oath.] Queen kisses him. [PRINCE - determined to live up to demands of Prince of Wales.] Prince and family ride in parade.
REPORTER: Winston Burdett

Reporter(s):
Burdett, Winston;
Reasoner, Harry
Duration:
00:06:30

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