READ: Biden, Harris statements on death of Prince Philip His legacy will live on not only through his family, but in all the charitable endeavors he shaped, Biden said in a statement on Prince Philip s death. Author: Andrew Weil Updated: 3:11 PM EDT April 9, 2021
WASHINGTON President Joe Biden has offered condolences and praised Prince Philip s decades of public service in a statement issued on behalf of himself and first lady Jill Biden. From his service during World War II, to his 73 years alongside the Queen, and his entire life in the public eye Prince Philip gladly dedicated himself to the people of the UK, the Commonwealth, and to his family, Biden said
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The Duke of Edinburgh passed away peacefully at Windsor Castle this morning (April 9)
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Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, has died at the age of 99, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.
The Duke of Edinburgh passed away peacefully at Windsor Castle this morning (April 9).
A statement from Buckingham Palace read: “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.”
Prince Philip was involved in planning his own funeral, according to CNN s royal correspondent
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Prince Philip was intimately involved in his own funeral plans, according to CNN anchor and royal correspondent Max Foster.
The Queen s husband wanted his military achievements and his conservation efforts reflected at his funeral, Foster said.
There is a plan in place to mark his passing during the coronavirus pandemic, both under lockdown restrictions and outside of lockdown. They can t have the processions through London, Foster explained. They can’t have floral memorials, because they don’t want to encourage crowds.