In a statement made by Buckingham Palace, it was noted that the funeral for Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Thursday, will be held on September 19 at Westminster Abbey church in the capital, London. Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, were married in 1947 in this church, which has hosted the coronations of kings and queens throughout history.
Heads of state from all over the world are expected to attend the ceremony, which is expected to be attended by high-level protocols of approximately 2,000 people.
FUNERAL DAY WILL BE AN OFFICIAL HOLIDAY
This morning, King Charles III, officially the new king of England, has decided that the day of the Queen’s funeral will be a public holiday in the country.
With the end of the funeral ceremony and the official holiday, the mourning process in the country is expected to be completed.
Prince William, on the other hand, in a note shared on the social media platforms of the Prince and Princess of Wales, stated that he is a leader of the world and that he has lost his grandmother.
Prince William, the first heir to the throne after King Charles III, said, “I knew this day would come. But it will take time for us to feel the reality of a life without my grandmother. I will honor the memory of Queen Elizabeth II by supporting my father, the King, in any way I can.” used the phrases. (AA)