A woman looks towards Windsor Castle and St George’s Chapel and waits to take part in a two minute silence during the funeral of Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh on April 17, 2021 in Windsor, England. The Duke of Edinburgh travelled extensively during his Royal Naval service. As Prince Consort to HM Queen Elizabeth II he visited 144 countries, he was fluent in French and German. The youth scheme he set up in 1956, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, is now held in 143 different countries. The Duke died, age 99, at Windsor Castle on April 9, 2021, and his funeral is held today, also at Windsor.
Hundreds of people have lined the streets outside Windsor Castle to pay their respects to Prince Philip. Some held Union flags and clutched flowers, while others wore custom face masks featuring the royal’s photo.
People poured into the town of Windsor, west of London, for the occasion Saturday, although road signs in the area warned against all nonessential travel.
While some expressed sadness that the country could not fully commemorate Philip’s death, others said the royal family were “setting an example” by limiting numbers.
“I’m quite torn about the measures. I think the country is missing out on something,” local resident Ian Mawhinney said. “Having a small event is not what they would have wanted but they will adapt and honor (Philip) in their own way.”
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Sasha Spicer, who wore a Union flag poncho, said she turned up to say “thanks for service to the country and that we’ll miss you.”
“He was a fantastic role model and someone who was known for his banter. Quite a character.
“The queen is going to miss him...they were best friends. I feel for her,” she said.
