Guillaume is Luxembourg's seventh grand duke since 1890, when the modern monarchy was established. Photo: AP PHOTO

Grand Duke Guillaume has sworn an oath to ascend to the throne of Luxembourg in a traditional ceremony attended by royals and European heads of state.

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Church bells rang out just before hundreds crowded outside the Grand Palace began chanting "Guillaume, Guillaume!" as the new grand duke walked onto a balcony to greet his new subjects.

Grand Duke Guillaume, 43, wearing an olive-green military uniform with a yellow sash, was flanked by the royal family including his wife

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