The Queen pictured in a green dress at Sandringham in the 1980s.
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On Sep. 8, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom passed away at 96. Her son, Charles III ascended the throne as King following her death. An icon known for her beautiful waves to crowds and outrageously colorful hats, Elizabeth was a warrior who served as the valiant queen for just over 70 years. She served mainly as a figurehead; however, her infectious smile and irresistible charm factored into her approval among British citizens.
As the initial news of the queen’s medical scare circled the globe on Sep. 8, the royal family was seen rushing to the Palace, leading many around the world to question the severity of the issue.
Elizabeth died at Balmoral Castle within a couple of hours, and the devastating news spread like wildfire. Members of direct blood relation to her were present by her bedside, but the Duchess of Sussex and Cambridge did not join, remaining with their children. Sadly, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, arrived too late, unable to wish his final goodbyes upon the queen.
“Operation London Bridge” is the detailed procedure following her passing in Scotland, including future leadership, transportation of her corpse and an overall assessment of how the next 10 days will proceed. The final day will consist of her funeral, which will be held at Westminster Abbey according to tradition. Everyone around the globe felt the far-reaching impact of Her Majesty’s influence, and the English Soccer League has even delayed scheduled games. Many Hollywood actors have shared posts on social media dedicated to her legacy.
Initially seizing the throne at the young age of 25 in June 1952, she succeeded her father, King George VI.
In 1970, Elizabeth led the first “walkout,” a tradition that has continued with the royals through today. She engaged with the crowd directly, on a personal level, touching the hearts of many people across the world. Newly elected Prime Minister Liz Truss gave a statement acknowledging the queen’s central role in British culture. “Queen Elizabeth II was the rock on which modern Britain was built.” Quite possibly the best way to describe her: a rock. The strength of the British people, a pillar of stability and symbol of love. May God save the Queen!