The situation was further complicated by concerns about street protests, with more than 11,500 police officers deployed in the largest police operation in London’s history. Despite the challenges, the coronation went ahead, albeit with some last-minute changes and visible tensions within the royal family.
Although the king lost his patience and quickly regained it, ‘coronation faux pas’ are a quirky trend in the annals of British history.
Bee That of Queen Victoria At the coronation in June 1838, the coronation ring was pressed on the wrong finger, causing her great pain. In addition, the elderly Lord RolleAs he approached the queen to pay tribute, he tripped and rolled down the steps of the throne, providing a moment of unintentional comedy in an otherwise solemn event.
Long ago, in February 1308, the Middle Ages King Edward II The coronation at Westminster Abbey descended into scandal when the king’s favorite (and rumored lover), Piers Gavestontook the place of the traditional royal steward at the coronation celebration, which offended many nobles and caused disruption.