In a poignant display of respect and solemnity, the Royal Family bid farewell to Queen Elizabeth II in a moving state funeral procession.
The Duke of Sussex, alongside Prince William and other senior royals, honored the Queen as her funeral cortege passed the Snovdav in London.
Paying tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of Britain and Commonwealth soldiers from the World Wars, the King, Prince of Wales, Princess Royal, and Earl of Wessex solemnly saluted the memorial.
Amidst a backdrop of quiet reverence outside Westminster Hall, the Queen’s children and grandchildren stood in formation behind the gun carriage that carried her on her final journey.
The only sounds disrupting the silence were the synchronized tapping of boots on cobbles and brief military commands.
Commencing twelve days after the monarch’s passing, the procession began at New Palace Yard, marking the start of the Queen’s final passage to Westminster Abbey.
The streets near Parliament Square were thronged with crowds eagerly awaiting the arrival of the King, who arrived to escort his mother’s coffin to the funeral.
While cheers initially filled the air, a hush descended as the King, alongside his siblings the Princess Royal, Duke of York, and Earl of Wessex, lined up behind the Royal Navy’s gun carriage.
The onlookers, capturing the historic moment on their phones, displayed a mix of somber reflection and deep respect for the departed monarch.
Following behind the coffin were relatives including the Prince of Wales, Duke of Sussex, and Peter Phillips.
While most royals donned military attire, Prince Andrew and Prince Harry opted for suits, reflecting their non-active royal status.
The Queen’s closest family members, including Anne’s husband Vice-Admiral Sir Tim Lawrence, the Duke of Gloucester, and the Earl of Snowdon, maintained a dignified composure throughout the procession.
Among the military personnel participating in the funeral, Royal Navy chef Andrew Lyons expressed his profound pride at being part of the solemn occasion.
With over two decades of service, Lyons and his colleagues lined the route near Windsor Castle, preparing to bid a final farewell to their Commander-in-Chief.
Emotions ran high as they honored the Queen’s memory, shedding tears and raising a glass in tribute to her remarkable leadership.
Following the service at Westminster Abbey, the Queen’s coffin will be transported from London to Windsor Castle in the state hearse.
The procession will pass through the Long Walk, lined by members of the armed forces, before reaching St. George’s Chapel for the Queen’s interment.
As the nation mourns the loss of its longest-reigning monarch, the Royal Family stands united in honoring Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy of grace, duty, and service.
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