'This is an issue that His Majesty takes profoundly seriously,' a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace said.
King Charles is supporting research into the monarchy’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. Thefirst reported that the King is supporting a new research project co-sponsored by Historic Royal Palaces and Manchester University. The comment from Buckingham Palace is thought to be the first time the royals have publicly stated they support research into this history.
"This is an issue that His Majesty takes profoundly seriously," a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace told the"As His Majesty told the Commonwealth heads of government reception in Rwanda last year: 'I cannot describe the depths of my personal sorrow at the suffering of so many, as I continue to deepen my own understanding of slavery’s enduring impact.'"
The spokesperson continued: "That process has continued with vigour and determination since His Majesty’s accession. Historic Royal Palaces is a partner in an independent research project, which began in October last year, that is exploring, among other issues, the links between the British monarchy and the transatlantic slave trade during the late 17th and 18th centuries.
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