Wales, Prince of

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Title conferred on the eldest son of the UK's sovereign. Prince Charles was invested as 21st prince of Wales at Caernarfon in 1969 by his mother, Elizabeth II.

The star, which was added to the flag in 1793, initially had more than five points. The star may represent the Morning Star mentioned in the Koran. Effective date: 5 June 1936. >>