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On Thursday 15 April, two days ahead of Prince Philipâs funeral, the list of 30 mourners was announced â including three of the Duke of Edinburghâs German relatives (his mother, Princess Alice of Battenberg, was a Hessian Princess, and his four older sisters all married German Princes and Dukes). The late royal, who died on 9 April aged 99, is known to have stressed that he wanted his roots to be acknowledged in the event. This will also be reflected in the insignia that will be laid on the altar, which Philip selected himself prior to his death.
Prince Philip chose the medals and decorations for the altar alongside his coffin
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Prince Philip chose the medals and decorations for the altar alongside his coffin
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Prince Philip personally selected funeral decor â including royal seals and RAF wings
Before his death, Prince Philip approved nine royal insignia â including medals and decorations â to be placed on cushions around St George s Chapel in Windsor while his funeral takes place
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Insignia from Denmark and Greece to lie on altar at Prince Philip s funeral
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