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Military rehearse ahead of Prince Philip’s funeral
A poignant photograph of the Queen and Prince Philip has been released on the eve of the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral.
The couple are seen relaxing together during a summer break and enjoying the stunning scenery at the Coyles of Muick, a beauty spot in the Scottish higlands on the Balmoral estate.
Philip’s “unwavering loyalty” to the Queen and his “courage, fortitude and faith” will be highlighted at his funeral.
In keeping with the Duke of Edinburgh’s wishes, there will be no sermon during the ceremonial royal service on Saturday, according to the Order of Service released by Buckingham Palace.
The funeral procession will reunite Prince William and Prince Harry, though they will not walk side by side.
The Duke of Cambridge and Duke of Sussex, whose troubled relationship has been well documented, will be separated by their cousin Peter Phillips when the trio walk in line behind their grandfather’s coffin.
Philip, the Queen’s husband of nearly 74 years died on Friday 9 April, aged 99, at Windsor Castle.
Philip’s funeral to highlight ‘unwavering loyalty’ to Queen
Prince’s Philip’s funeral will highlight his “unwavering loyalty’ to the Queen and his “courage, fortitude and faith”.
In keeping with the Duke of Edinburgh’s wishes, there will be no sermon during the ceremonial royal service, according to the Order of Service released by Buckingham Palace.
His funeral will be held at the ground’s chapel, St George’s, on Saturday.
While the funeral would normally have been a state affair, Covid restrictions mean it was significantly pared down.
Samuel Osborne17 April 2021 07:46
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Samuel Osborne17 April 2021 07:36
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