01of 42A Final ProcessionKing Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry.DANIEL LEAL/POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesOn Wednesday morning,members of the royal family escorted Queen Elizabeth’s coffinfrom Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall,where it will lie in state. King Charles III and his siblings followed directly behind their late mother, withPrinces William and Harry in stepa fewpaces back.
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A Final Procession
King Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry.DANIEL LEAL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images
On Wednesday morning,members of the royal family escorted Queen Elizabeth’s coffinfrom Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall,where it will lie in state. King Charles III and his siblings followed directly behind their late mother, withPrinces William and Harry in stepa fewpaces back.
02of 42Family MomentKing Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward.Leon Neal/Getty ImagesKing Charles IIImarched withPrincess Anne,Prince AndrewandPrince Edwardalongside him, their faces solemn.
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Family Moment
King Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward.Leon Neal/Getty Images
King Charles IIImarched withPrincess Anne,Prince AndrewandPrince Edwardalongside him, their faces solemn.
03of 42The HeirsKing Charles and Prince William.DANIEL LEAL/POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesPrince Williamfollowed directly behind his father.
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The Heirs
King Charles and Prince William.DANIEL LEAL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images
Prince Williamfollowed directly behind his father.
04of 42A Day of MourningLeon Neal/Getty ImagesThousands of mournerslined the streets, waving flags, shedding tears and hoping for a glimpse at the procession.
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A Day of Mourning
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Thousands of mournerslined the streets, waving flags, shedding tears and hoping for a glimpse at the procession.
05of 42Looking BrightIt was a beautiful day in London for the sad moment.
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Looking Bright
It was a beautiful day in London for the sad moment.
06of 42Queen ‘Til the EndQueen Elizabeth’s coffin.Leon Neal/Getty ImagesAtopQueen Elizabeth’s coffin wasthe Imperial State Crown, the same sparkler used in her coronation and the one she wore every year when attending the Opening of Parliament Ceremony. It contains the world’s fourth-largest polished diamond.
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Queen ‘Til the End
Queen Elizabeth’s coffin.Leon Neal/Getty Images
AtopQueen Elizabeth’s coffin wasthe Imperial State Crown, the same sparkler used in her coronation and the one she wore every year when attending the Opening of Parliament Ceremony. It contains the world’s fourth-largest polished diamond.
07of 42A Jewel of LondonQueen Elizabeth’s coffin.DANIEL LEAL/POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesThe crown is normallykept under guard at the Tower of London, where it is a centerpiece of the Crown Jewels exhibit popular with tourists.
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A Jewel of London
Queen Elizabeth’s coffin.DANIEL LEAL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images
The crown is normallykept under guard at the Tower of London, where it is a centerpiece of the Crown Jewels exhibit popular with tourists.
08of 42In MemoryQueen Elizabeth’s coffin.Leon Neal/Getty ImagesAhead of the gun carriagewalkedmembers ofQueen Elizabeth’s household, including pages, her private secretary and other staff members.
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In Memory
Ahead of the gun carriagewalkedmembers ofQueen Elizabeth’s household, including pages, her private secretary and other staff members.
09of 42Brothers UnitedPrince William and Prince Harry.Chris Jackson/Getty ImagesThe death of Queen Elizabeth has at least briefly reunited Princes William andHarry, who came together with wivesKate MiddletonandMeghan Markleover the weekend to greet mourners outside of Windsor Castleafter Williamextended an invitationto the pair.
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Brothers United
Prince William and Prince Harry.Chris Jackson/Getty Images
The death of Queen Elizabeth has at least briefly reunited Princes William andHarry, who came together with wivesKate MiddletonandMeghan Markleover the weekend to greet mourners outside of Windsor Castleafter Williamextended an invitationto the pair.
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Loyal Royals
11of 42A Time to ReflectPrince Harry.MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty ImagesLike his relatives,Prince Harrystayed expressionless throughout the procession.
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A Time to Reflect
Prince Harry.MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images
Like his relatives,Prince Harrystayed expressionless throughout the procession.
12of 42The KingMartin Meissner/AP/ShutterstockKing Charleshas taken onmany of his mother’s dutiesin the days since her death, while also mourning the loss of her himself.
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The King
Martin Meissner/AP/Shutterstock
King Charleshas taken onmany of his mother’s dutiesin the days since her death, while also mourning the loss of her himself.
13of 42Dressed for the OccasionMARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty ImagesPrince HarryandPrince Andrewworemorning suitswhile others wore military uniforms, as it was announced earlier this week that only working members of the royal family would wear military garb for events surroundingQueen Elizabeth’s funeral. The two men did wear military medals on their suits —Prince Harryserved in the British Army for 10 years, while Prince Andrew spent 22 years in the Royal Navy, serving as a helicopter pilot in the Falklands War in 1982.
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Dressed for the Occasion
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Prince HarryandPrince Andrewworemorning suitswhile others wore military uniforms, as it was announced earlier this week that only working members of the royal family would wear military garb for events surroundingQueen Elizabeth’s funeral. The two men did wear military medals on their suits —Prince Harryserved in the British Army for 10 years, while Prince Andrew spent 22 years in the Royal Navy, serving as a helicopter pilot in the Falklands War in 1982.
14of 42Joined TogetherChris Jackson/Getty ImagesAlso taking part in the processionwere Princess Anne’s husbandSir Tim Laurence, the Queen’s cousin Prince Richard the Duke of Gloucester, the Queen’s nephew David Armstrong-Jones the Earl of Snowdon and the Queen’s grandson Peter Phillips.
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Joined Together
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Also taking part in the processionwere Princess Anne’s husbandSir Tim Laurence, the Queen’s cousin Prince Richard the Duke of Gloucester, the Queen’s nephew David Armstrong-Jones the Earl of Snowdon and the Queen’s grandson Peter Phillips.
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Behind the procession,the spouses followed in cars, firstCamilla, Queen ConsortandKate, Princess of Wales.
17of 42A Sad DayQueen Camilla and Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales.Daniel Leal/AP/ShutterstockThe women wore black from head to toe.
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A Sad Day
Queen Camilla and Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales.Daniel Leal/AP/Shutterstock
The women wore black from head to toe.
18of 42A Purposeful PieceKate Middleton, Princess of Wales.MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty ImagesKate donneda statement broochthat belonged to the Queen, along with earrings that the latePrincess Dianaowned.
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A Purposeful Piece
Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales.MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images
Kate donneda statement broochthat belonged to the Queen, along with earrings that the latePrincess Dianaowned.
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Meghan Mourns
Meghan Markle.DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images
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A Somber Ride
Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex and Sophie, Countess of Wessex.MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images
21of 42A View from the TopChip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesThe flag atop the coffinwas the Royal Standard of the United Kingdom, divided into four parts that represent England (twice), Scotland and Ireland.
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A View from the Top
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The flag atop the coffinwas the Royal Standard of the United Kingdom, divided into four parts that represent England (twice), Scotland and Ireland.
22of 42Shoulder OnQueen Elizabeth’s coffin.BEN STANSALL/POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesThe coffin was gently removed from its carriage for the walk into Westminster Hall.
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Shoulder On
Queen Elizabeth’s coffin.BEN STANSALL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images
The coffin was gently removed from its carriage for the walk into Westminster Hall.
23of 42Saluting the MonarchBEN STANSALL/POOL/AFP via Getty ImagesAs the Queen was moved, working members of her family offered a salute.
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Saluting the Monarch
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As the Queen was moved, working members of her family offered a salute.
24of 42Ones to WatchDan Kitwood/Getty ImagesGuards and various dignitaries lined the interior of Westminster Hall for the service.
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Ones to Watch
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Guards and various dignitaries lined the interior of Westminster Hall for the service.
25of 42Support SystemQueen Camilla, Kate Middleton, Sophie and Meghan Markle.Tim Rooke/ShutterstockThe four female spouses stood solemnly together.
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Support System
Queen Camilla, Kate Middleton, Sophie and Meghan Markle.Tim Rooke/Shutterstock
The four female spouses stood solemnly together.
26of 42Paying RespectsGregorio Borgia/AP/ShutterstockKate and Sophie were photographed looking at the coffin together.
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Paying Respects
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Kate and Sophie were photographed looking at the coffin together.
27of 42An Unforgettable EntranceTim Rooke/ShutterstockCamilla, Kate, Sophie and Meghan watched and bowed their heads as the coffin enterted the hall.
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An Unforgettable Entrance
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Camilla, Kate, Sophie and Meghan watched and bowed their heads as the coffin enterted the hall.
28of 42A Service for Her ServiceQueen Elizabeth.Dan Kitwood/Getty ImagesInside Westminster Hall a brief service was held; the royal family looked on as the various steps were taken.
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A Service for Her Service
Queen Elizabeth.Dan Kitwood/Getty Images
Inside Westminster Hall a brief service was held; the royal family looked on as the various steps were taken.
29of 42Deep In ThoughtGregorio Borgia/AP/ShutterstockPrince Harrytook a moment to look upwards during the service.
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Deep In Thought
Prince Harrytook a moment to look upwards during the service.
30of 42With SadnessTim Rooke/ShutterstockMeghan, gloves in hand, was visibly moved.
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With Sadness
Meghan, gloves in hand, was visibly moved.
31of 42Remembering GranChristopher Furlong/Getty ImagesAt one point, Harry appeared overcome with emotion.
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Remembering Gran
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At one point, Harry appeared overcome with emotion.
32of 42Grandchildren and BeyondChristopher Furlong/Getty ImagesPrincess Anne’s daughterZara Tindalland her husbandMike Tindallwere also inside the hall;all eight of the Queen’s grandchildrenwere in attendance.
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Grandchildren and Beyond
Princess Anne’s daughterZara Tindalland her husbandMike Tindallwere also inside the hall;all eight of the Queen’s grandchildrenwere in attendance.
33of 42Edward’s HeirsChristopher Furlong/Getty ImagesPrince Edward and Sophie’s children, James, Viscount Severn and Lady Louise Windsor, also paid their respects to their grandmother.
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Edward’s Heirs
Prince Edward and Sophie’s children, James, Viscount Severn and Lady Louise Windsor, also paid their respects to their grandmother.
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Parting Ways
Princess Beatrice, Jack Brooksbank and Princess Eugenie.Jacob King/AP/Shutterstock
35of 42Straight AheadChristopher Furlong/Getty ImagesPrincess Beatricewas also there, with husbandEdoardo Mapelli Mozzi.
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Straight Ahead
Princess Beatricewas also there, with husbandEdoardo Mapelli Mozzi.
36of 42Bowing DownDavid Ramos/Getty ImagesBefore processing out of the hall, family members paid respects.
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Bowing Down
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Before processing out of the hall, family members paid respects.
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In the Genes
38of 42A Powerful ImagePrince William, Princess Catherine, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle.Christopher Furlong/GettyThe former ‘Fab Four’continued to be joined in grief.
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A Powerful Image
Prince William, Princess Catherine, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle.Christopher Furlong/Getty
The former ‘Fab Four’continued to be joined in grief.
39of 42Continued FormalitiesWPA-Pool/MEGAMeghan curtsied as Harry bowed his head upon exiting.
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Continued Formalities
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Meghan curtsied as Harry bowed his head upon exiting.
40of 42Emotional ExitPrince Harry and Meghan Markle with Kate Middleton and Prince William while leaving Westminster Hall in London.Nariman El-Mofty/AP/ShutterstockThe royals walked out of the hall behind King Charles, in birth order, with William and Kate ahead of Harry and Meghan.
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Emotional Exit
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with Kate Middleton and Prince William while leaving Westminster Hall in London.Nariman El-Mofty/AP/Shutterstock
The royals walked out of the hall behind King Charles, in birth order, with William and Kate ahead of Harry and Meghan.
41of 42A Hand to HoldChristopher Furlong/Getty ImagesMeghan and Harryjoined handson the way out of Westminster Hall.
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A Hand to Hold
Meghan and Harryjoined handson the way out of Westminster Hall.
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A Formal Farewell
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