The British Soccer Legend Who Waited 12 Hours To See The Queen's Coffin
Queen Elizabeth's subjects lined up by the thousands upon thousands for a chance to process by her coffin, lying in state. Celebrities also took their turn.
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Even The Cash Carried By Queen Elizabeth Got The Royal Treatment
Queen Elizabeth II's image was emblazoned upon many objects, including money. Here is how the cash she carried in her pocketbook got the royal treatment.
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The Storied History Of The 'Last Post' That Will Mark The End Of Queen Elizabeth's Funeral
The death of Queen Elizabeth II results in a long period of official mourning, personal and global, including traditions, procedures, pageantry, and even music.
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Freddie Mercury And Jimi Hendrix's Coffins Share A Similar Detail With The Queen's
Though funeral practices have shifted in recent years, with cremation becoming a favorite, others, like the royal family, opt for more traditional choices.
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The Only Christmas Broadcast Queen Elizabeth Ever Missed
Queen Elizabeth II's annual Christmas broadcasts were a staple of the holiday season. However, there is one particular broadcast that she missed. Here's why.
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Queen Elizabeth Had A Little-Known Hobby That You Definitely Won't Expect
Queen Elizabeth II had a number of hobbies including her interests in horses and dogs. However, there is one particular hobby of the queen's you may not know.
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Palace Makes Huge Change For Prince Harry Right Before The Queen's Funeral
Following Queen Elizabeth II's death, a lot of royal traditions are being upheld. However, the Palace has made a huge change to her funeral for Prince Harry.
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Princess Anne Made History In The Queen's Funeral Procession In An Unexpected Way
The death of Queen Elizabeth II has brought her extended family into the public's eye, especially her four children, including her only daughter, Princess Anne.
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Why A 2015 Statement From The Queen Had Twitter Making Some Truly Morbid Jokes
Queen Elizabeth II is remembered as a monarch with a remarkable sense of duty and responsibility, as well as a love of horses and dogs, especially corgis.
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Why Royals Never Have Open Caskets During Funerals
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the pomp and circumstance of royal funerary practices are in full view. Here is why royals never have an open casket.
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London Just Got A Lot More Toilets Thanks To The Queen's Death
The number of people who will queue in line to pay respects to Queen Elizabeth II is estimated by some to reach 750,000, and officials have made accommodations.
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The Line To See The Queen's Coffin Is Much Longer Than You Think
Since Wednesday when Westminster Hall was opened so the public could pay their respect to the queen, the queue has only continued to grow and grow — by miles.
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Fainting Among The Queen's Guard Is More Common Than You Think
Being a member of the military and serving in highly public, stylized, scrutinized roles has its own challenges. Add to that the possibility of passing out.
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Who Was The Only English King To Be Named A Saint?
England broke with the Catholic church centuries ago, but one British King was named a saint. Here is the only English king to be canonized.
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Why Is There A Ping Pong Ball In King Charles' Old Crown?
The British royal family owns vast wealth and jewels, so why is there a ping pong ball in King Charles' old crown?
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The Controversial History Of The Cullinan Diamond Used In The Queen's Coffin Crown
The controversial history of the Cullinan diamond used in the queen's coffin crown and funeral involves the legacy of British Imperialism.
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The Significance Of The Prayer The Queen Received Upon Arrival At Westminster Hall
Queen Elizabeth II's casket is lying in state at Westminster Hall. There is significance to the prayer the queen received upon arriving there.
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The Unexpected Role Rod Stewart's Wife Will Play At Queen Elizabeth's Funeral
British rocker Rod Stewart's wife will play an unexpected role at Queen Elizabeth's funeral on September 19.
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Why Queen Elizabeth II's Catafalque Holds Great Significance
With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, all manner of ceremonial tradition is being utilized to celebrate her service to her nation. Some items can seem obscure.
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Here's Why 38 Rounds Were Fired During The Queen's Funeral Procession
Centuries of tradition have come into play with the death of Queen Elizabeth II, with special ceremonies, processes, and procedures falling into place.
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The Creepy Way Queen Elizabeth II's Death Was Predicted On Twitter
It turns out someone on Twitter predicted Queen Elizabeth II's death on September 8, 2022, and what's more, the person made another royal prediction as well.
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What Princess Anne's Last 24 Hours With Her Mother Queen Elizabeth Were Like
Princess Anne spent time with her mother before she died.
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What Will The Era Of King Charles III Be Called?
The New Elizabethan Age came to an end when Queen Elizabeth II died.
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Why Prince Andrew Holds The Power Over Princess Anne To Step In For King Charles III
In 2013, anticipating the birth of Prince William's first child, the late Queen Elizabeth II passed a new law removing male royal primogeniture.
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The Queen's Funeral Planning Was A Bigger Undertaking Than This Huge Sporting Event
As the longest reigning monarch in the history of the U.K., Queen Elizabeth's death was felt around the world. Fittingly, her funeral is a colossal event.
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The Charges Against A Man Holding Eggs At The Queen's Funeral Procession Explained
During the funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth II, a man was arrested for holding eggs. Here's why holding eggs during the procession got him arrested.
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The Truth About The Guards Chosen To Carry Queen Elizabeth's Casket Into Westminster Hall
Eight guards were chosen to carry Queen Elizabeth's casket into Westminster Hall as part of their service to the nation.
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