Charles left without umbrella in rainstorm fit for a king
SAINT GEORGE: [King Charles]( https://King Charles) flung up his hands in despair as he was caught in a tropical rainstorm in Antigua, while his wife Queen Camilla strolled off with the only available umbrella. The couple’s Caribbean tour has been dominated by the debate over Britain’s role in the slave trade, but it was the sight of the soaked monarch which made headlines on Sunday. As the rain…
King Charles was soaked in a torrential rainstorm in Antigua, while his wife Queen Camilla remained dry, holding the only available umbrella. The monarch appeared to be in a state of frustration as he struggled to attract assistance during the downpour on Sunday. Despite the adverse weather, local participants in Antigua and Barbuda's independence day parade continued their activities without concern.
Charles eventually received an umbrella and humorously commented on the situation, saying, "I think I'm about to grow watercress on my suit" in a video shared by the royal family on Instagram. This incident is not the first time the King's temper has been displayed publicly; shortly after ascending to the throne in 2022, he was seen reacting angrily when ink leaked onto his hand at an event in Northern Ireland.
Since becoming king, Charles has expressed regret over the suffering caused by slavery, but has carefully avoided crossing a line that Britain has hesitated to cross: issuing an apology.
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