Archive footage shows a young Queen Elizabeth II at the funeral of her father, King George VI, 70 years ago. Today, after 10 days of national mourning across the U.K., the Queen will be honored in a state funeral at Westminster Abbey.
"Over the last ten days, my wife and I have been so deeply touched by the many messages of condolence and support we have received from this country and across the world," King Charles said in the written message issued by Buckingham Palace on Sunday.King Charles III holds a vigil beside the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II as it lies in state in Westminster Hall, Sept. 16, 2022, in London.
"In London, Edinburgh, Hillsborough and Cardiff we were moved beyond measure by everyone who took the trouble to come and pay their respects to the lifelong service of my dear mother, The late Queen," he said."As we all prepare to say our last farewell, I wanted simply to take this opportunity to say thank you to all those countless people who have been such a support and comfort to my Family and myself in this time of grief.
In the handwritten notes the Bidens expressed their fondness for the queen and praised her commitment to service. “Queen Elizabeth was admired around the world for her unswerving commitment to service," President Biden wrote."She hosted everything with dignity and respect. Jill and I were honored to have met with her and feel her warmth. Our hearts go out to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom.”
In a separate condolence book, Jill Biden, wrote, “Queen Elizabeth II lived her life for the people she served with wisdom and grace. We will never forget her warmth, kindness, and the conversations we shared. May God grant her eternal rest."
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