The funeral ceremony of the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip took place on Saturday, April 17, at St Geroge’s Chapel.
It is worth noting that Prince Philip was instrumental in designing his own funeral service which has been in the planning for more than 25 years.
Prince Philip, who was an essential part of the royal family passed away at the age of 99 on April 9, in Windsor Castle.
Here, in pictures, is the story of the day.
Image: The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery arriving at Windsor Castle in preparation for the gun salute on the palace grounds Image: The Duke of Cambridge (left) and the Duke of Sussex (centre) follow the coffin
Dignitaries and members of the royal family present included Queen Elizabeth II, Duke of Cambridge – Prince William, Duke of Sussex – Prince Harry, Peter Philips, who is a cousin to both William and Harry, The Duchess of Cornwall and the Prince of Wales among others.
Image: Some of those attending, including the Duke of Cambridge and the Duke of Sussex, separated by their cousin, Peter PhillipsImage: The Duke of Edinburgh was laid to rest at St George’s Chapel
The Duke’s coffin, draped with his personal flag, his sword, naval cap and a wreath of flowers laid on top was taken to the chapel from Windsor Castle in a procession led by the Band of the Grenadier Guards.
Image: A procession in the lead up to the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral service in WindsorImage: Prince Philip’s coffin was draped in his striking 12ft personal standard and decorated with a wreath of flowers chosen by the monarch, and his Admiral of the Fleet Naval Cap and swordImage: The Queen takes her seat for the serviceImage: A poignant image – the Queen caught alone in the chapel
Queen Elizabeth II in her facemask sat alone as part of measures taken to keep her safe from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Image: St George’s Chapel, where the funeral was heldImage: Members of the Royal Family follow the coffin into the chapelImage: The Queen watches as the coffin is placed in the chapel, ahead of the serviceImage: The Duchess of Cornwall and the Prince of WalesImage: The Duke of York during the funeralImage: Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge during the serviceImage: Prince Charles walks behind the hearseImage: Prince Charles follows the coffin as it makes it’s way past the Round Tower. Pic: APImage: Detachments of service personnel from the military units the duke had a special relationship with were there, as well as troops from the Household Cavalry and the Foot Guards. Pic: APImage: Soldiers arrive at the Windsor Castle. Pic: APImage: Members of Household Cavalry march by St George’s Chapel. Pic: APImage: Fell ponies, Balmoral Nevis and Notlaw Storm pulling the Duke of Edinburgh’s driving carriage Read Full Story
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