Forth Bridge has fallen – The Queen’s husband, Prince Philip passes away aged 99

It has just been announced that Queen Elizabeth II’s husband, His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh has passed away. He was 99 years of age.

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Prince Philip passed away peacefully at Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace said in an official statement.

It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. pic.twitter.com/XOIDQqlFPn

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) April 9, 2021

"It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen has announced the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."

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The Queen and Prince Philip were married for 73 years – a rare and precious milestone for any couple. Then-Princess Elizabeth was 21 years old while Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten was 26 when they got married on 20^th November 1947 at Westminster Abbey. The couple went on to have four children, eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Our condolences to the Royal Family.