On the day of the funeral, if William and Kate were to come to Athens, as private individuals and not on an official visit, as the heir to the British throne was the godfather of Constantine Glyxburg
Until late last night, the list of invitees to the funeral of the late King Constantine tomorrow in the Metropolis of Athens was being completed, while most of Europe’s blue-bloods – relatives by blood or blood of the deceased – have already begun to arrive in the capital.
Sixty people have been invited from our country and 130 from abroad. Indeed, guests from the royal houses – acting kings and crown princes and princes – will be seated in a specific position within the church, according to protocol.
At the same time, the work is being completed in Tatoi – where the burial will take place.
Read in detail: Preparations are completed in Metropolis and Tatoi – The blue-blooded guests – The ritual
After constant ferments the British palace decided to be represented by the Royal Princess Anne. cousin with strong ties to Constantine and attended his wedding as a bridesmaid. In fact, Hello reports how William and Kate will come on the day of the funeral as private individuals and not on an official visit, as the heir to the British throne was the former King’s godfather.
Positions according to protocol
In the first row will be the family of the deceased – wife, children, Queen Mother Sofia of Spain and Princess Irene (sisters).
To the left of the family will be the current heads of state, namely the royal couples of Spain, the Netherlands and Sweden, Queen Margarita of Denmark, Prince Albert and Caroline of Monaco and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg.
Hierarchically, behind the current ones, there will be the former kings and the successors to the thrones will follow.
As far as the ritual is concerned, the former king will be buried with the same words as any human being. The only difference is that at the time they will say his name, they will say it next to our new King, and this is for reasons of historical accuracy.
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