Penny Lancaster said that she was grateful that the crowd paid their respects properly and that there were no incidents. She attributed this to the great training and preparation that she and the other officers had received. Lancaster became a police officer after appearing on a reality TV show where celebrities swap their day jobs … Read more
The British monarchy bid a public and tearful farewell to their longest-serving monarch, as her coffin was lowered into the royal vault. Millions of her subjects watched the ceremony, which was also broadcasted for billions more people around the world. Elizabeth’s son, King Charles III, and other members of the royal family were in attendance. … Read more
King Charles III, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward stood a symbolic watch at their mother’s coffin at St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh Charles’ wife Queen Camilla and Edward’s wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex sat nearby during the vigil. The rare ritual has been performed only twice before in British history, first for the … Read more
The Trustees and staff of the Victoria and Albert Museum are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle. As the world mourns the loss of our much respected and dearly beloved Monarch, the V&A extends its heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, including our Royal Patron … Read more
For decades, Queen Elizabeth II was a figure of national pride, a symbol of stability and continuity, who was respected around the world. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she displayed an unwavering commitment to her country and the Commonwealth throughout her record-breaking reign. From becoming Queen when she was only 25, she went … Read more