King Charles III has been busy fulfilling many of his duties for the first time as monarch, following the late Queen Elizabeth's sad passing in September last year when he stepped up to the throne.
The historical event at the 74-year-old's upcoming coronation has now seen invitations being sent out as King Charles and Queen Camilla will continue to carry out many of the traditional tasks of his role, including the first Maundy Service of the King’s reign.
The Maundy Service will see the King distribute special 'Maundy money' to local pensioners, with his late mother adopting a new tradition it is believed the new King will continue to carry on.
As Maundy Thursday is happening today, on April 6, exactly why will the soon-to-be-crowned King and Queen be doing this? Here is everything you need to know.The tradition dates back to 600AD, with the service commemorating Jesus washing the feet of the Apostles at the Last Supper.During the service, the Monarch presents recipients of Maundy money with two purses, one red and one white.
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