the throne
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He had ascended the throne aged just three and was crowned when he turned 18.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
Harry reportedly remains estranged from Prince William, his brother and heir to the throne, and William's wife Catherine.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
Harald then ascended to the throne when Olav died on 17 January 1991.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
His son Haakon automatically succeeded him to the throne.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
“When that bear sits on the throne of Kiev, I will gladly serve her. And you will too.”
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
