King Charles grieved for his mother at her funeral, as the Queen’s life and legacy was honoured and remembered by millions around the world
Watched by millions around the world, Charles, 73, grieved for his mother, at one point appearing to wipe away a tear as the coffin entered Westminster Abbey.
The Most Rev Justin Welby said: "People of loving service are rare in any walk of life. Leaders of loving service are still rarer. "Service in life, hope in death. All who follow the Queen's example, and inspiration of trust and faith in God, can with her say: 'We will meet again.'" As the young royals walked behind their great grandmother's coffin, Charlotte held her hands clasped in front of her while George had his arms by his side.
There was complete silence from the crowd close to Parliament Square, as the State Gun Carriage carrying the Queen's coffin slowly moved past ahead of the service. The arrival of the sailors pulling the carriage at New Palace Yard at around 10am, was heralded by the sound of their boots tapping loudly on the cobbles.
They include rosemary, for remembrance, and myrtle cut from a plant which was grown from a sprig of myrtle in the Queen's wedding bouquet. Myrtle is an ancient symbol of a happy marriage.
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