Queen Elizabeth II’s death after 70 years on the British throne marked the end of an era.

King Charles III, meanwhile, has had to navigate a very different terrain.

She urged them to remain steadfast, even though the landscape of Europe was frightening.

King Charles III wearing crown

Although the world has evolved since the ’50s, society is still predominantly male-driven.

As king, Charles experiences benefits his mother never had.

Nevertheless, she quickly cultivated an attitude that reflected her dedication to the monarchy.

Charles and Queen Elizabeth posing against a wall

King Charles III, however, didn’t garner the same support in his first year as monarch.

They were raised primarily by nannies and tutors.

In fact, within days of taking the throne, protests in Edinburgh erupted.

Queen Elizabeth coronation

I wanted to be here and mark the fact that I did not consent to this pageantry."

From birth, he was destined to one day rule.

The same can certainly not be said for Elizabeth.

Charles at Sandhurst in 2023

That changed the game, transporting 11-year-old Elizabeth to the front of the line of succession.

Elizabeth’s father’s death also came as a surprise, unlike Elizabeth herself, whodied of old age.

The same cannot be said for her son.

Queen Elizabeth surrounded by crowds

When comparing their first years on the throne, Elizabeth and Charles had two very different approaches.

Upon taking the throne, he focused on bringing stability to the drama-ridden royal family.

Instead of starting his reign with big changes, Charles hasn’t rocked the boat.

Elizabeth’s portrait with Charles and Anne

“People have very quickly become used to him as king.

She just didn’t crack under pressure.

In his first days on the throne, however, King Charles was already spottedlosing his cool.

King Charles coronation

Andrew stepped down from public life due to his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein and a resultingsexual abuse lawsuit.

King Charles coronation protestors

Queen Elizabeth returning from Kenya

Charles kissing the queen’s hand

King Charles and Queen Elizabeth wearing crowns