Queen loses her rock as Duke of Edinburgh dies aged 99
Prince Philip, 99, was the longest-serving consort in British history - The duke and the Queen were married for more than 70 years
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Prince Philip, 99, was the longest-serving consort in British history. The duke and the Queen were married for more than 70 years and Philip dedicated decades of his life to royal duty, serving the nation at the monarch s side.
He officially retired from public engagements in the summer of 2017.
The Palace said in a statement: It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
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UK in period of mourning after Prince Philip s death but Brits won t get public holiday on funeral
The Duke of Edinburgh, who was the longest-serving consort in British history, has died at the age of 99, it was announced on Friday
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The country has entered a period of mourning following the death of Prince Philip but Brits will not get a bank holiday on the day of his funeral.
The Duke of Edinburgh, who was the longest-serving consort in British history, has died at the age of 99, Buckingham Palace announced on Friday.
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