Making History Long Live the Ancien Régime! The coronation of Charles III was dense with meaning. It’s complicated; and easy to misunderstand. George Garnett | Published in History Today Volume 73 Issue 8 August 2023 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. EnglandCharles III Related Articles Does History Have an Expiry Date? Old Traditions and New Hopes Popular articles Is it Possible to Forgive and Forget? Doc Holliday: The Perennial Sidekick