King Charles and Prince William honour Aberfan disaster's 60th anniversary
King Charles and Prince William marked the 60th anniversary of the 1966 Aberfan disaster, which killed 144 people including 109 children.
The King and Prince William visited Wales with Queen Camilla to mark 60 years since the 1966 Aberfan disaster, which killed 144 people including 109 children from Pantglas School. The King and Prince William laid wreaths at the Aberfan Memorial Garden while Queen Camilla placed a posy.
The trio observed a moment of silence at the site where the school once stood. King Charles told survivors and relatives at a community reception that he had been "profoundly humbled" to hear their stories of loss and heroism.
The royals spent time with bereaved families, former pupils, and retired emergency workers who helped with the rescue. The late Queen Elizabeth II once called her delayed response to the disaster one of her greatest regrets.
- 144 people killed, including 109 children
- Death toll
- 1966
- When it happened
- Queen Elizabeth II waited 8 days to visit
- Delay regretted
Why it mattersAberfan was one of the worst peacetime tragedies in British history. The royal commemoration honours victims and shows continued support for the grieving community.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect, but Aberfan remains one of the world's worst peacetime tragedies, and Australians follow significant royal commemorations.
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