The Late QEII and the late DoE birthdays, anniversaries and personal milestones

Curryong · September 07, 2023, 09:34:53 PM

Well, I?m sure it felt very worthwhile to create this coin, and the makers must be very proud. Now perhaps it can be sold (I hope it's not going to any museum) and the proceeds used for charities that actually enhance and improve ordinary people?s lives.

Curryong · September 08, 2023, 02:17:25 AM

Some memories from individuals all over the globe, who, immediately following the late Queen?s death, helped to coordinate Operation London Bridge.

'Is everything quiet in the headquarters?': HUGO VICKERS reveals how one innocuous question sparked all the Queen's men to race back from across the

?Brigadier James Stopford of the Irish Guards was at his daughter Izzie's wedding in Corfu, where his phone had been buzzing for several hours with warnings of an impending announcement.

While he was making his speech at the reception, his phone vibrated again in his pocket. The text message read: 'You are commanded to return immediately to the United Kingdom to attend to your duties for Her Late Majesty's Funeral as a member of The Honourable Corps of Gentlemen At Arms.'

The Brigadier invited guests to raise a glass to the bride and groom and another to The Late Queen and His Majesty.

The State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry had landed in Canada only 24 hours earlier. They were obliged to turn back for a reverse flight across the Atlantic.?

TLLK · September 08, 2023, 12:11:45 PM

^^^I read that article yesterday and was amazed at how smoothly the entire operation went when you consider all of the moving parts that were to make up the mourning and funeral ceremonial rites.

TLLK · September 08, 2023, 12:14:33 PM

Photo gallery of events in London to mark the first anniversary of the death of HLM Queen Elizabeth II.
https://www.paimages.co.uk/headline/2028280

Video of KCIII, QC accompanied by Lady Sarah Chatto and her sons at Craithie Kirk.

King Charles Attends Memorial Service For The Queen - YouTube

The BBC article on the one year anniversary of the death of QEII.

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-66743793

The Prince and Princess of Wales social media had four photos of HLM QEII. I especially like the one of QEII with the corgis. :happy:

The Prince and Princess of Wales on Instagram: "Today we remember the extraordinary life and legacy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth. We all miss

The Duke of Sussex was seen visiting St. George's Chapel today.

Prince Harry 'is spotted by tourists' making surprise visit to St George's Chapel in Windsor where Queen is buried to mark anniversary of her death -

sara8150 · September 08, 2023, 06:38:58 PM

Kate's touching tribute to Queen Elizabeth: Princess tells well-wisher to 'hold onto' and 'cherish' the 'wonderful memories' the nation has of Her

Prince Harry touches down in Germany for Invictus Games after making solo trip to Windsor church where the Queen was laid to rest - while Kate and
Duke of Sussex visit Queen Elizabeth?s burial alone without Meghan

7 major things that have changed since Queen Elizabeth's death - from British passports to stamps | Daily Mail Online

How Queen Elizabeth marked the first anniversary of the death of her father King George VI: Young monarch attended private holy communion service at

The Queen's beloved animals mark sad anniversary of her death in new homes, including Her Majesty's favourite fell pony Emma - who captured nation's

Previously unseen picture of Queen Elizabeth shared in touching tribute as Royal Family mark anniversary of late monarch's passing | Daily Mail Online

King Charles and Camilla greet well-wishers after private church service alongside Princess Margaret's grandchildren - as royals lead tributes and
Kept private at balmoral same late Queen Elizabeth always kept private when King George VI passing away in February 1952 no share details per Buckingham Palace or Kensington Palace

'Diligent' Charles 'works very, very hard' but was 'never in a rush' to become King, friend says - as he reveals why monarch is different from his

Kate Middleton Looks Emotional as She Lays Flowers to Queen Elizabeth

Prince Harry Visits Queen Elizabeth's Burial Site on Death Anniversary

Princess Eugenie Shares New Photo with Queen Elizabeth on Death Anniversary

King Charles and Queen Camilla Mark Queen Elizabeth Death Anniversary at Church

King Charles Honors Queen Elizabeth on Anniversary of Her Death: Photo

Queen Elizabeth?s death anniversary: King Charles, Mike Tindall lead tributes - latest | HELLO!

Kate Middleton and Prince William remember late Queen on one-year anniversary | HELLO!

Prince Harry pictured visiting late Queen's tomb inside St. George's Chapel | HELLO!

Queen Elizabeth II death anniversary: King Charles and Queen Camilla attend Balmoral church service | HELLO!

The Queen's best friend Angela Kelly breaks silence on first death anniversary | HELLO!

Sarah Ferguson remembers 'second mother' Queen Elizabeth II on first death anniversary | HELLO!

Princess Eugenie releases unseen photo of late Queen in emotional message | HELLO!

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-66749102

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-66743793

https://www.bbc.com/news/av/uk-66755397

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-66754070

sara8150 · September 08, 2023, 06:43:30 PM

Unseen pictures of late Queen Elizabeth in 1968 when late Queen Elizabeth was 42 years old

sara8150 · September 08, 2023, 06:57:50 PM

sara8150 · September 08, 2023, 07:22:49 PM

Princess Kate tells well-wisher to 'hold onto their cherished memories' of the Queen as she pay respects with William | The Sun

Prince Harry in surprise visit to Queen's final resting place at St George's chapel at Windsor before flying to Germany | The Sun

5 biggest challenges King Charles faces a year on from mum's death & fall-out that would have upset late Queen the most | The Sun

Queen's favourite Prince Andrew joins Royal Family at St George's Chapel to pay tribute to late monarch | The Sun

King Charles & Camilla greet well-wishers as they attend poignant service in memory of Queen one year on from her death | The Sun

King Charles releases beloved portrait of the smiling Queen in poignant tribute to mark first anniversary of her death | The Sun

The King and Queen meet well-wishers remembering Elizabeth II ? Royal Central

White roses for Queen Elizabeth as Prince and Princess of Wales pay tribute ? Royal Central

As world remembers Elizabeth II, one year on, King Charles and Queen Camilla attend church ? Royal Central

https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/king-charles-iii-remembers-queen-elizabeth-ii-1st-anniversary-death-103002834

Queen Elizabeth II: King Charles marks one year since his mother's death | CNN

wannable · September 08, 2023, 10:31:45 PM

Lizzie Robinson
@LizzieITV
Carrie Johnson, wife of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, shared: ''Kept this note that was left on my pillow when we stayed at Balmoral. How lucky I feel to have got to meet and speak with her a little. We were so lucky she was our Queen.''

wannable · September 08, 2023, 10:39:07 PM

Sarah Ferguson (Fergie)
@SarahTheDuchess

You were a wonderful friend, a mentor, a second mother to me and grandmother to my wonderful daughters who share so much of your courage and heart. You will always be loved and missed by our family and our nation.

Nightowl · September 08, 2023, 10:59:40 PM

That is really lovely by Sarah, yes HM is very much missed still to this day.

wannable · September 09, 2023, 12:36:42 AM

Rebecca English
@RE_DailyMail

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REBECCA ENGLISH: The Princess of Wales spoke for the nation when she reminisced about the 'wonderful memories' of Her Majesty as Britain - and an emotional Royal Family - marked the first anniversary of her passing in solemn remembrance | Daily Mail Online

REBECCA ENGLISH: The Princess of Wales spoke for the nation when she reminisced about the 'wonderful memories' of Her Majesty as Britain - and an

LouisFerdinand · February 06, 2024, 09:07:26 PM

On February 6, 1952 King George VI was succeeded by his daughter Elizabeth II.
King George VI Passes - 1952 | Today In History | 6 Feb 17 - YouTube

sara8150 · April 22, 2024, 01:52:44 AM

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13333601/memorial-statue-late-Queen-unveiled-98th-birthday-King-Charles-Crathie-Kirk-Camilla-Sarah-Ferguson-tribute.html

https://people.com/sarah-ferguson-leads-tributes-queen-elizabeth-on-posthumous-98th-birthday-8635717

https://people.com/former-royal-butler-reveals-private-way-queen-elizabeth-birthday-royal-family-8636183

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/new-statue-late-queen-elizabeth-32639218

https://www.thesun.co.uk/royals/27449510/sarah-ferguson-birthday-message-queen-awkward-blunder/