LONDON — Facing potential wait times longer than 24 hours, thousands of mourners braved cold temperatures Saturday morning to see the queen lying in state.
The decision for the emperor and empress to attend the queen’s funeral underscores the importance and the deep bond between the royal families. Naruhito and Masako’s trip to Britain is their first as the Emperor and Empress. will have come to a near-standstill, with most businesses shuttered and thousands of events canceled across the country. ET), according to the statement. The man was arrested under the Public Order Act, which prohibits disruptive and dangerous protest, the police force said in a statement. The hearse will then travel in procession to St. Murmu made history in July when she was sworn in as India's first president to hail from one of the country's indigenous communities. The skies above Switzerland were lit up with images of Queen Elizabeth II and her consort, Prince Philip, Friday night. "It reached full capacity on Saturday evening," the country's culture department said in a tweet. The queen's lying in state will close early Monday morning. A steady stream of people defied official advice to refrain from joining the line, doing so anyway while wearing coats and sweaters. About an hour ago, it was up to 13 hours, according to a tracker maintained by the government's culture department.
Queen Elizabeth's eight grandchildren—Prince William, Prince Harry, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Zara Tindall, Peter Phillips, Lady Louise Windsor, ...
During the procession of the Queen's coffin to lie in state, Members of the public pay their respects as they pass the coffin. A wider view of the vigil at Westminster Hall. They both wore the uniform of the Blues and Royals. The grandchildren are standing vigil at the invitation of the King, and they were all "keen to pay their respects," according to a royal source. Tonight, their children, [the Queen's grandchildren](https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/g22606762/queen-elizabeth-grandchildren/), have done the same. You, being you, will never know the impact you have had on our family and so many people around the world." He was followed by Prince Harry. Only William and Harry wore military uniforms; the others wore morning coat and dark formal dress. [Savannah Phillips](https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a16651850/savannah-phillips-facts/) and [Isla Phillips](https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a16567343/isla-phillips-facts/) to Westminster Hall [yesterday](https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/g41250644/queen-elizabeth-entire-extended-royal-family-vigil-photos/). [stood vigil at her coffin](https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/g41250644/queen-elizabeth-entire-extended-royal-family-vigil-photos/) as it lies in state at Westminster Hall in the Vigil of the Princes. With Prince William standing at the head of the coffin, and Prince Harry at the foot, they were joined by their six cousins:
All eight of Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren stood in silent vigil beside her coffin Saturday, capping another huge day in which thousands came to London ...
8 at her summer estate in the Scottish Highlands has sparked an outpouring of emotion across the country and 10 days of highly choreographed events. Overnight, volunteers distributed blankets and cups of tea to people in line as the temperature fell to 6 C. Shirin Thorpe, 62, from Sevenoaks south of the English capital, arrived Thursday and was camped out Saturday near Westminster subway station. On Friday, authorities temporary halted letting more visitors join the end of the line. The King also met with the prime ministers of the 14 other countries where he is head of state. culture ministry asking members of the public to stay home because the wait time had grown to 24 hours. The camaraderie was wonderful," Chris Harman of London said. ET on Monday on CBC TV, CBC News Network, [ CBC Gem](https://gem.cbc.ca/), [ CBCNews.ca](http://cbcnews.ca/) and the CBC News app. Harry, who served in Afghanistan as a British army officer, wore civilian clothes during the procession of the Queen's coffin from Buckingham Palace because he is no longer a working member of the royal family. [live coverage](https://www.cbc.ca/mediacentre/press-release/cbc-live-coverage-and-programming-queen-elizabeth-ii-1926-2022) of the Queen's funeral starting at 5 a.m. The numbers have grown steadily since the public was first admitted on Wednesday, with a queue that snakes around Southwark Park and stretches out at least eight kilometres Later, all of the Queen's grandchildren stood by her coffin.
All eight of Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren stood in silent vigil beside her coffin early Saturday evening. King Charles III's sons, William and Prince ...
Naruhito and Masako’s trip to Britain is their first as the Emperor and Empress. Traditionally, a Japanese emperor stays away from funerals except for those of their own parents because of a cultural belief based in the Shinto religion that considers death impure. During those years, he led a crackdown on corruption that has been one of Xi’s signature initiatives as China’s leader. A group of British legislators sanctioned by China have expressed concern that the Chinese government has been invited to the funeral. Her funeral is to be held at Westminster Abbey on Monday before some 2,000 guests, including visiting heads of state. They have hung Union Jack flags from security barriers and added a photograph of Elizabeth. Shirin Thorpe, 62, from Sevenoaks south of the English capital, arrived Thursday and was camped out Saturday near Westminster subway station. The queen, who died Sept. It is separate to the main queue, which remains open with waiting times around 13 hours. But the king requested that both his sons wear their military uniforms at the Westminster Hall vigil. We know that dear Uncle Charles, the king, will continue to lead in your example as he too has dedicated his life to service.” After the queen’s death, Biden issued a proclamation directing that all American flags be flown at half staff “as a mark of respect for the memory of Queen Elizabeth II” until sunset on the day of her interment.
William and Prince Harry, Charles' sons, were joined by Princess Anne's children, Zara Tindall and Peter Philips; Prince Andrew's daughters, Princess Beatrice ...
The remake is available to watch on Prime Video. Hundreds of troops from the British army, air force and navy held an early-morning rehearsal Saturday for the final procession. "(It) is a bit strange, because that kind of goes against my grain," he said. Overnight, volunteers distributed blankets and cups of tea to people in line as temperatures fell to 6 C (43 F). It will then be taken in a hearse to Windsor, where the Queen will be interred alongside her late husband, Prince Philip, who died last year. Parliamentary authorities said someone got out of the queue and tried to approach the coffin. People queuing to see the Queen have been of all ages and come from all walks of life. Harry, who served in Afghanistan as a British army officer, wore civilian clothes earlier in the week as the Queen's coffin left Buckingham Palace because he is no longer a working member of the Royal Family. William, now the heir to the throne, stood, his head bowed, at the head of the coffin and Harry at the foot. President Joe Biden and other world leaders and dignitaries flew into London ahead of the Queen's state funeral on Monday, a tide of people wanting to say goodbye streamed into Parliament's Westminster Hall for another day Saturday. That's where the Queen's coffin is lying in state, draped in her Royal Standard and capped with a diamond-studded crown. Warm clothing is recommended," the ministry in charge of the line
Zara Tindall, Peter Phillips, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn all stand by coffin.
His brother, the Duke of Sussex, also wore the Blues and Royals No 1 uniform, with a Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (KCVO) neck order and star, Afghanistan service medal, golden, diamond and platinum jubilee medals and army pilot wings. [special permission by his father, the King](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/sep/17/king-charles-prince-harry-military-uniform-vigil-queen-funeral), to wear military uniform at the vigil. William wore the Blues and Royals No 1 uniform, the garter sash, the garter star, the golden, diamond and platinum jubilee medals and Royal Air Force pilot wings.
All eight of Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren stood in silent vigil beside her coffin early Saturday evening.
Naruhito and Masako’s trip to Britain is their first as the Emperor and Empress. Traditionally, a Japanese emperor stays away from funerals except for those of their own parents because of a cultural belief based in the Shinto religion that considers death impure. During those years, he led a crackdown on corruption that has been one of Xi’s signature initiatives as China’s leader. A group of British legislators sanctioned by China have expressed concern that the Chinese government has been invited to the funeral. Her funeral is to be held at Westminster Abbey on Monday before some 2,000 guests, including visiting heads of state. They have hung Union Jack flags from security barriers and added a photograph of Elizabeth. Shirin Thorpe, 62, from Sevenoaks south of the English capital, arrived Thursday and was camped out Saturday near Westminster subway station. The queen, who died Sept. It is separate to the main queue, which remains open with waiting times around 13 hours. But the king requested that both his sons wear their military uniforms at the Westminster Hall vigil. We know that dear Uncle Charles, the king, will continue to lead in your example as he too has dedicated his life to service.” After the queen’s death, Biden issued a proclamation directing that all American flags be flown at half staff “as a mark of respect for the memory of Queen Elizabeth II” until sunset on the day of her interment.
All eight of Queen Elizabeth's grandchildren gathered to honor Queen Elizabeth in a moving vigil on Saturday, where Prince Harry wore his military uniform.
[Jack Brooksbank](https://people.com/tag/jack-brooksbank/). [Prince Harry](https://people.com/tag/prince-harry/) took his position at the foot of the coffin alongside Prince Andrew's two daughters, [Princess Beatrice](https://people.com/tag/princess-beatrice/), 34, and [Princess Eugenie](https://people.com/tag/princess-eugenie/). [lost his three honorary military titles](https://people.com/royals/meghan-markle-prince-harry-disappointed-losing-patronages-still-strong-family-bond/) (Captain General of the Royal Marines, Honorary Air Commandant of RAF Honington and Commodore-in-Chief, Small Ships and Diving, Royal Naval Command) after he and wife [Meghan Markle](https://people.com/tag/meghan-markle/) stepped back from their senior royal roles in March 2020. [Sign up for our free Royals newsletter](http://x.specialoffers.meredith.com/ats/show.aspx?cr=588&fm=237) to get the latest updates on [Kate Middleton](https://people.com/tag/kate-middleton/), [Meghan Markle](https://people.com/tag/meghan-markle/) and more! [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) led the procession in, followed by [Prince Harry](https://people.com/tag/prince-harry/), both dressed in their Blues and Royals uniforms. Members of the Queen's staff also participated in the procession. [Peter Phillips](https://people.com/royals/who-is-peter-phillips-walked-between-prince-harry-prince-william-funeral-prince-philip/), [Zara Tindall](https://people.com/tag/zara-tindall/), [Princess Beatrice](https://people.com/tag/princess-beatrice/), [Princess Eugenie](https://people.com/tag/princess-eugenie/), [Lady Louise Windsor](https://people.com/royals/lady-louise-will-attend-university-where-prince-william-kate-middleton-met/) and [James, Vicount Severn](https://people.com/royals/prince-edward-talks-homeschooling-lady-louise-james-viscount-severn/) — gathered on Saturday to host a vigil honoring the late monarch at Westminster Hall ahead of her upcoming state funeral on Monday. [Prince Harry](https://people.com/tag/prince-harry/) and [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) Unite for Stunning Vigil at [Queen Elizabeth](https://people.com/tag/queen-elizabeth/)'s Coffin with Cousins [Prince Harry](https://people.com/tag/prince-harry/) to wear his military uniform for the vigil was made without him requesting a change, PEOPLE has learned. The Duke of Sussex was prepared to wear whatever was asked. Their parents, Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex were in Westminster Hall during the ceremony. [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) stood at the head of Her Majesty's coffin during the 15-minute vigil, flanked by Princess Anne's two children, Peter, 44, and Zara, 41.
Prince William and Prince Harry led their cousins in 15 minutes of silence for their late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, in London's Westminster Hall.
[The night before](https://people.com/royals/every-photo-queen-elizabeth-children-guarding-her-coffin/), Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie watched as their father Prince Andrew held vigil with Prince Edward, Princess Anne and King Charles III in a similar manner. [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) guided his brother and cousins through Westminster Hall as mourners who've been [waiting upwards of 14 hours](https://people.com/royals/david-beckham-waited-12-hours-to-pay-his-respects-to-queen-elizabeth/) to pay respects to the Queen looked on. [the Queen's eight grandchildren](https://people.com/royals/prince-harry-prince-william-unite-vigil-queen-elizabeth-grandchildren/) followed in the [steps of their parents](https://people.com/royals/queen-elizabeth-four-children-hold-vigil-westminster-hall-coffin/), holding vigil at their grandmother's coffin for 15 silent minutes in London's Westminster Hall. "She'd never believe this, honestly, she really wouldn't," [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) said of his grandmother's reaction to the line in a video shared by royal correspondent [Charlie Proctor on Twitter](https://twitter.com/MonarchyUK/status/1571102561717080072). [Peter Phillips](https://people.com/royals/who-is-peter-phillips-walked-between-prince-harry-prince-william-funeral-prince-philip/) stood near his cousin [James, Viscount Severn](https://people.com/royals/prince-edward-sophie-countess-of-wessex-children/), who is the youngest of the royal cousins at just 14. [Prince William](https://people.com/tag/prince-william/) and [Prince Harry](https://people.com/tag/prince-harry/), in their [military uniforms](https://people.com/royals/prince-harry-wil-wear-military-uniform-queen-vigil-charles-request/), led the way for their cousins: [Peter Phillips](https://people.com/royals/who-is-peter-phillips-walked-between-prince-harry-prince-william-funeral-prince-philip/), [Zara Tindall](https://people.com/tag/zara-tindall/), [Princess Beatrice](https://people.com/tag/princess-beatrice/), [Princess Eugenie](https://people.com/tag/princess-eugenie/), [Lady Louise Windsor](https://people.com/royals/lady-louise-will-attend-university-where-prince-william-kate-middleton-met/) and [James, Vicount Severn](https://people.com/royals/prince-edward-talks-homeschooling-lady-louise-james-viscount-severn/).
Queen Elizabeth II's eight grandchildren, including Prince Harry, Prince William, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie and more, paid their respects to their ...
William and Harry have reunited at a royal events since then, and have [put up a united front](https://www.eonline.com/news/1346229/prince-harry-prince-william-and-more-royals-unite-in-procession-behind-queens-coffin) in the wake of the queen's death. [Kate Middleton](https://www.eonline.com/news/kate_middleton), a.k.a. Harry told [mourners](https://www.eonline.com/news/1345751/prince-harry-tells-mourners-windsor-castle-is-a-lonely-place-without-queen-elizabeth) that the historic location was "a lonely place up there now without her," adding that "every room she was in, we felt her presence throughout." veteran like his brother and who served on the front line during two tours of duty in Afghanistan, had been stripped of his military titles following his and wife [Meghan Markle](https://www.eonline.com/news/meghan_markle)'s 2020 royal exit, and had not been allowed to wear his uniform until the queen's vigil. [King Charles III](https://www.eonline.com/news/prince_charles)'s sons [Prince William](https://www.eonline.com/news/prince_william) and [Prince Harry](https://www.eonline.com/news/prince_harry), [Princess Beatrice](https://www.eonline.com/news/1345713/princess-beatrice-prince-andrew-and-more-royals-unite-at-balmoral-after-queen-elizabeths-death), [Princess Eugenie](https://www.eonline.com/news/1345713/princess-beatrice-prince-andrew-and-more-royals-unite-at-balmoral-after-queen-elizabeths-death), [Peter Phillips](https://www.eonline.com/news/1121922/queen-elizabeth-s-grandson-peter-phillips-and-wife-autumn-announce-divorce), [Zara Tindall](https://www.eonline.com/news/1251761/queen-elizabeth-iis-granddaughter-zara-tindall-gives-birth-to-baby-on-bathroom-floor), [Lady Louise Windsor](https://www.eonline.com/news/1345713/princess-beatrice-prince-andrew-and-more-royals-unite-at-balmoral-after-queen-elizabeths-death) and [James, Vicount Severn](https://www.eonline.com/news/1333314/see-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-join-royal-family-for-platinum-jubilee-thanksgiving-service) all gathered to pay their tribute to Her Majesty. [Sky News](https://news.sky.com/story/prince-harry-in-military-uniform-as-queens-eight-grandchildren-hold-15-minute-vigil-around-coffin-12699716) reported. I will honor her memory by supporting my father, The King, in every way I can." Since the queen's death, members of the royal family have also appeared in public to greet mourners. Harry wore a Blues and Royals No 1 Uniform, KCVO Neck Order and Star, Afghanistan Operational Service Medal, Golden, Diamond and Platinum Jubilee medals and Army Pilot Wings, the outlet said. For 15 minutes, he stood at the head of the coffin, flanked by Zara, 41, and Peter, 44—Princess Anne's children. 17, the queen's eight grandchildren including 8](https://www.eonline.com/news/1307274/queen-elizabeth-ii-dead-at-96) at the age of 96.
Princes William and Harry led the historic vigil on Saturday the 17th September, but what is the Vigil of the Princes?
Details of Her Majesty's final resting place](https://www.goodto.com/royal-news/where-will-queen-elizabeth-ii-be-buried-649309)(opens in new tab) [royal ceremonies](https://www.goodto.com/entertainment/royal-news/when-was-the-last-state-funeral-diana-queen-mother) (opens in new tab), vigils are undertaken to pay respect to the late monarch and will be held by both members of the royal family and members of the armed forces. A timeline of The Queen's funeral. Who will be attending The Queen's funeral? In 2002, the four grandsons of the Queen Mother, the then Prince of Wales, the Duke of York, the Earl of Wessex and Viscount Linley, now the Earl of Snowdon, kept vigil at her coffin in Westminster Hall. She began her freelance journalism career after graduating from Nottingham Trent University with an MA in Magazine Journalism, receiving an NCTJ diploma, and earning a First Class BA (Hons) in Journalism at the British and Irish Modern Music Institute. In doing so, Princess Anne became the first female member of the Royal Family to hold vigil. This tradition dubbed the Vigil of the Princes refers to occasions when members of the British royal family have stood guard during the lying in state of one of their relatives. A vigil is a period of 'devotional watching' or observance, usually undertaken during the night before a significant event. Either side of Prince William stood his cousins, Zara Tindall and Peter Phillips, the children of the Princess Royal, while Prince Harry stood with the Duke of York’s two daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. The two young siblings, aged 18 and 14 respectively, garnered great praise for their poise and composure during the vigil across social media, with many drawing comparisons between Viscount Severn and a young Prince William. Sign up to the GoodTo Newsletter.