Who Was the Last Duke of Cornwall
The last person to hold the title Duke of Cornwall was Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, before he became King Charles III. The title merged with the Crown when he acceded to the throne in 2022.
How the Title of Duke of Cornwall Works
Duke of Cornwall is a hereditary title held by the eldest son of the reigning British monarch. The title is automatically conferred at birth or when the parent succeeds to the throne, and it is linked to the Duchy of Cornwall estate.
What Happened to the Title After Prince Edward
When Prince Edward became King Charles III, the title Duke of Cornwall merged with the Crown. As of now, the title is held in abeyance until the eldest son of the new monarch is born or inherits it upon accession.
For more details on the Duchy of Cornwall and its history, see the official Duchy of Cornwall website Duchy of Cornwall.
