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Watched by billions across the globe, Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral was the grandest of all occasions, giving the Royal family and the British public a fitting occasion to grieve the loss of our devoted and steadfast head of state.
Yet amidst all the ceremony and solemnity, it was the personal touches which lingered longest.
The King’s new signature was on show in the form of a handwritten note in memory of his mother, placed on top of the late Queen’s coffin alongside an assortment of flowers.
Princess Charlotte wore a small brooch pinned to her front as she arrived at Westminster Abbey – a horseshoe, in honour of her great-grandmother, who was known for her lifelong love of horses.
The Princess walked behind the coffin of her beloved “Gan-gan” with her older brother, George, as they arrived alongside their mother, the Princess of Wales, and the Queen Consort. Catherine wore a necklace from the late Queen’s collection, while the Duchess of Sussex, who appeared to wipe away a tear as the coffin was driven away, chose a pair of pearl and diamond earrings that were given to her by Queen Elizabeth. No personal touch was left unexplored, with myrtle used in the late Queen’s funeral wreath was grown from a sprig in her wedding bouquet in 1947. It even offered the opportunity for a stowaway to appear from the natural world as billions watched around the world.
The Archbishop of Canterbury hailed the Queen’s “abundant life and loving service” as he delivered the sermon at her state funeral, adding: “She was joyful, present to so many, touching a multitude of lives.” Read his sermon in full.
The ceremony was one of the largest ever gatherings of world leaders, with more than 500 foreign heads of state, monarchs and dignitaries.
The seating plan was a source of much scrutiny, showing how the Duchess of York was welcomed back into the royal fold, joining her daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, and their husbands in a prime spot.
Joe Biden and his wife Jill sat 14 rows back, behind Andrzej Duda, the Polish leader. Afterwards, a gaggle of minor European royalty were spotted waiting patiently for the bus to take them home and there was a toe curling moment on Australian television, when royal commentators failed to recognise Liz Truss, the British Prime Minister.
Why Harry did not salute
Following the ceremony, a procession guided the late Queen’s coffin from Westminster Abbey to Wellington Arch, where it left for her Berkshire home of Windsor Castle and a committal service.
The procession passed the Cenotaph, where the Duke of Sussex was not permitted to offer a salute because he was in civilian attire.
Prince Harry, who deployed on two tours of duty to Afghanistan, looked disappointed as he passed the landmark.
The King wore his Royal Navy uniform and his son and heir, the Prince of Wales, dressed in RAF colours in nods to the branches of the armed forces in which they both served. Read on for a guide to the uniforms and medals worn by the Royal family.
The first female naval officers to pull the state gun carriage in the procession for Queen Elizabeth’s funeral have said they were chosen for their strength.
Parted from the crown
The Queen’s coffin was this evening carried into Windsor Castle after tens of thousands of people lined the Long Walk for the late monarch’s final journey.
The State Hearse carrying the coffin arrived in Windsor with flowers covering its bonnet and roof, thrown by mourners along the procession route.
Queen Elizabeth finally parted company with the Imperial State Crown, orb and sceptre as the final hymn was sung at her committal ceremony at St George’s Chapel, in what was one of the most moving moments of today’s funeral.
Throughout her lying in state, the symbols of monarchy have adorned her coffin, and they remained there during her funeral at Westminster Abbey and committal ceremony. Gordon Rayner explains the process and what it means.
The late Queen’s coffin has been seen in public for the last time after being lowered into the Royal Vault at Windsor Castle.
At 7.30pm a private burial service will be held in King George VI Memorial Chapel, attended by close family members. Follow all the latest updates here.
In pictures: Queen Elizabeth’s state funeral
Britain pays its final respects as the funeral is held at Westminster Abbey, before a procession through London to Windsor. View the gallery.
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