{"id":341211,"date":"2026-09-08T23:30:23","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T23:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/341211\/"},"modified":"2026-09-08T23:30:23","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T23:30:23","slug":"27-emotional-images-from-queen-elizabeth-iis-historic-2022-funeral","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/341211\/","title":{"rendered":"27 Emotional Images from Queen Elizabeth II\u2019s Historic 2022 Funeral"},"content":{"rendered":"

After serving 70 years as Britain\u2019s monarch, Queen Elizabeth<\/a> died on Sept. 8, 2022. She was 96.<\/p>\n

The late monarch ascended the throne when she was just 25 years old, shortly after her father King George VI died in 1952. In the decades that followed she became known for her unwavering sense of duty, dedication to her family, and her love for animals, especially her horses<\/a> and corgis<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In addition to being the longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth and husband Prince Phillip <\/a>also had the longest marriage in royal history, having been married for 73 years. The couple shared four children together and would eventually become grandparents of eight<\/a>. Shortly after her death, she was succeeded by her eldest son, King Charles, who was coronated in May 2023.<\/p>\n

On the fourth anniversary of her death, look back at some of the most moving moments from Queen Elizabeth\u2019s funeral.<\/p>\n

01 of 27<\/p>\n

Quiet Moments\"Queen<\/a><\/p>\n

Queen Elizabeth funeralCredit: Victoria Jones\/PA Wire via ZUMA Press<\/p>\n

On Monday, Sept. 19, the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth<\/a> II were celebrated in London<\/a> with a moving funeral and several processions through the English capital to her final resting place.<\/p>\n

02 of 27<\/p>\n

In Full Force\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: Paul Ellis\/PA Wire via ZUMA Press<\/p>\n

Police processed along the mall<\/a> ahead of the day\u2019s events.<\/p>\n

03 of 27<\/p>\n

The Beginning\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: BBC America<\/p>\n

Members of the Queen\u2019s family were driven to Westminster Hall, where they received her coffin and followed it to Westminster Abbey<\/a> for a funeral service.<\/p>\n

04 of 27<\/p>\n

Paying Respects\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: PA Images\/INSTARimages.com<\/p>\n

At the many events following the Queen\u2019s death, countless mourners lined the streets to pay respects.<\/p>\n

05 of 27<\/p>\n

Showing Appreciation\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: Joe Maher\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

King Charles III<\/a> waved to the crowds while in his car.<\/p>\n

06 of 27<\/p>\n

Family Moments\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: Anthony Devlin\/Getty<\/p>\n

Camilla, Queen Consort<\/a>, rode with Catherine, Princess of Wales<\/a> and two of her three children, Prince George<\/a> and Princess Charlotte<\/a>.<\/p>\n

07 of 27<\/p>\n

The Queen\u2019s Children\"King<\/a><\/p>\n

King Charles III, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince EdwardCredit: MARCO BERTORELLO\/AFP via Getty<\/p>\n

The Queen\u2019s four children \u2014 King Charles III<\/a>, Princess Anne<\/a>, Prince Andrew<\/a> and Prince Edward<\/a> \u2014 marched behind her coffin from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey.<\/p>\n

08 of 27<\/p>\n

The Queen\u2019s Grandsons\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: Marco BERTORELLO \/ AFP\/ Getty<\/p>\n

Prince William<\/a>, Prince Harry<\/a> and Peter Phillips<\/a> \u2014 the Queen\u2019s three eldest grandsons \u2014 did the same.<\/p>\n

09 of 27<\/p>\n

Head of the Armed Forces\"Queen<\/a><\/p>\n

Queen Elizabeth\u2019s funeralCredit: Peter Byrne\/PA Images via Getty<\/p>\n

The coffin was surrounded by members of the Royal Navy.<\/p>\n

10 of 27<\/p>\n

Leaders of the Country\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: BBC America<\/p>\n

Many of the former U.K. prime ministers<\/a> were also on hand; during her reign, Queen Elizabeth<\/a> II worked with 14<\/a>.<\/p>\n

11 of 27<\/p>\n

Heads of State\"Joe<\/a><\/p>\n

Joe Biden and Jill BidenCredit: Geoff Pugh – WPA Pool\/Getty<\/p>\n

A collection of world leaders<\/a> \u2014 including President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden \u2014 were there to pay respects.<\/p>\n

12 of 27<\/p>\n

Meaningful Mementos\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: Gareth Cattermole\/Getty<\/p>\n

Atop the coffin were items of note, including the Imperial State Crown<\/a>, the Orb and the Sceptre, plus flowers with a note from King Charles III<\/a>.<\/p>\n

13 of 27<\/p>\n

For Granny\"Queen<\/a><\/p>\n

Queen Elizabeth\u2019s grandchildrenCredit: Aaron Chown-WPA Pool\/Getty<\/p>\n

All eight of Queen Elizabeth\u2019s grandchildren, led by Prince William, were photographed arriving to their matriarch\u2019s virgil in Westminster Hall.<\/p>\n

14 of 27<\/p>\n

A Small Tribute\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: Phil Noble\/Getty<\/p>\n

Princess Charlotte<\/a> wore a touching tribute<\/a> to her great-grandmother: a tiny brooch in the shape of a horseshoe<\/a> (a gift from the Queen) and a nod to her love of horses.<\/p>\n

15 of 27<\/p>\n

Getting Emotional\"Prince<\/a><\/p>\n

Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex<\/p>\n

Prince Edward was visibly moved during the service, taking a tissue from wife Sophie to wipe away tears.<\/p>\n

16 of 27<\/p>\n

Quiet Comfort\"From<\/a><\/p>\n

From left: Sophie, Countess of Wessex with Prince George of Wales, plus Princess Charlotte of Wales and Catherine, Princess of WalesCredit: Gareth Cattermole\/Getty<\/p>\n

During the service, Sophie, Countess of Wessex gave a gentle hug to Prince George<\/a>.<\/p>\n

17 of 27<\/p>\n

Standing Together\"The<\/a><\/p>\n

The Duchess of Sussex, the Queen Consort, Prince George, the Princess of Wales, Princess Charlotte and the Countess of Wessex leaving the Queen\u2019s state funeralCredit: Peter Byrne\/PA Images via Getty<\/p>\n

Outside, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex<\/a>, Camilla, Queen Consort<\/a> and Catherine, Princess of Wales<\/a>, all married to princes of the royal family, stood with Prince George<\/a> and Princess Charlotte<\/a>.<\/p>\n

18 of 27<\/p>\n

Aerial View\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: BBC America<\/p>\n

Following the funeral, the coffin was marched<\/a> to London\u2019s Wellington Arch, surrounded by family, members of the British military and also members of various Commonwealth armed forces. It was the second of three processions of the day, the Queen\u2019s final trek through London.<\/p>\n

19 of 27<\/p>\n

Lasting Legacy\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: Chris Jackson\/Getty<\/p>\n

And, again of course, the Queen\u2019s four children and three eldest grandsons.<\/p>\n

20 of 27<\/p>\n

For Their Matriarch\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: BBC America<\/p>\n

The family marched through the streets of London one last time, as mourners watched and gave respectful applause.<\/p>\n

21 of 27<\/p>\n

Saying Goodbye\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: CHRISTOPHE ENA\/POOL\/AFP via Getty<\/p>\n

Buckingham Palace staff lined up outside the landmark during the procession to say one last goodbye to their Queen.<\/p>\n

22 of 27<\/p>\n

At Attention\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: BBC America<\/p>\n

The family stood at attention as the procession arrived at Wellington Arch.<\/p>\n

23 of 27<\/p>\n

Family First\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: BBC America<\/p>\n

Princess Charlotte<\/a> and Prince George<\/a>, flanked by parents Kate Middleton<\/a> and Prince William<\/a>, paid respect.<\/p>\n

24 of 27<\/p>\n

Salute\"Credit:<\/a><\/p>\n

Credit: BBC America<\/p>\n

King Charles III saluted as his mother\u2019s coffin departed for Windsor.<\/p>\n

25 of 27<\/p>\n

Somber Moments\"Kate<\/a><\/p>\n

Kate MiddletonCredit: Tom Jenkins – WPA Pool\/Getty<\/p>\n

A solemn Kate Middleton was photographed being driven down The Mall following the funeral.<\/p>\n

26 of 27<\/p>\n

All Together\"Edoardo<\/a><\/p>\n

Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Jack Brooksbank, Lady Louise Windsor, Mike Tindall, James, Viscount Severn and Zara TindallCredit: Karwai Tang\/WireImage<\/p>\n

The Queen\u2019s grandchildren and spouses Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Jack Brooksbank, Lady Louise Windsor, Mike Tindall, James, Viscount Severn and Zara Tindall walked out of Westminster Abbey together.<\/p>\n

27 of 27<\/p>\n

Solemn Sisters\"Princess<\/a><\/p>\n

Princess Beatrice and Princess EugenieCredit: Samir Hussein\/WireImage<\/p>\n

Princess Beatrice and Eugenie stood close together as they filed out of Westminster Abbey.<\/p>\n

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