Revealed: Coin toss decided which of four soldiers would be the driver and passenger in Prince Philip s custom-built Land Rover hearse at his funeral
The duke has been at the heart of an 18-year project to modify the Defender TD5 130 chassis cab vehicle
Corporal Louis Murray drove the custom-built hearse, accompanied by Cpl Craig French, both aged 29
Soldiers ensured vehicle stuck to its precise route and timings after several days of intense rehearsals
Pair were selected on a coin-toss from a group of four who had been specifically trained for the role
The royal family will continue to grieve this week following the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral, although the period of national mourning has ended.
After almost 70 years as head of state, the Queen will reign without her husband by her side, as she sat on her own during the funeral service that bore Philip’s touch and celebrated his life and legacy.
The ceremony in St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on Saturday reflected Philip’s lifelong support of the armed forces, having had a close connection with the Navy for more than 80 years.
His coffin, draped with his personal standard, featured his Admiral of the Fleet naval cap and sword next to a wreath of white flowers chosen by the Queen with a handwritten card from his wife of 73 years.
The royal family will continue to grieve this week following the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral, although the period of national mourning has ended.
After almost 70 years as head of state, the Queen will reign without her husband by her side, as she sat on her own during the funeral service that bore Philip’s touch and celebrated his life and legacy.
The ceremony in St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on Saturday reflected Philip’s lifelong support of the armed forces, having had a close connection with the Navy for more than 80 years.
His coffin, draped with his personal standard, featured his Admiral of the Fleet naval cap and sword next to a wreath of white flowers chosen by the Queen with a handwritten card from his wife of 73 years.
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The royal family will continue to grieve this week following the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral, although the period of national mourning has ended.
After almost 70 years as head of state, the Queen will reign without her husband by her side, as she sat on her own during the funeral service that bore Philip’s touch and celebrated his life and legacy.
The ceremony in St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on Saturday reflected Philip’s lifelong support of the armed forces, having had a close connection with the Navy for more than 80 years.
His coffin, draped with his personal standard, featured his Admiral of the Fleet naval cap and sword next to a wreath of white flowers chosen by the Queen with a handwritten card from his wife of 73 years.