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Its 22 g m t. What challenges here a lie from london, im lauren taylor. The u. K is about to begin 10 days of National Mourning after the death of its longest serving monarch Queen Elizabeth the 2nd. Despite the rain crowds have gathered outside Buckingham Palace to mourn her death at the age of 96. The queen was on the throne for 70 years. One of the longest reigns in global history and was a familiar face to hundreds of millions of people around the world. But here in the u. K, many saw her as a rock of stability. Seeing the country through times of turbulence, i the 2nd world war and the end of the british empire, and more recent political upheavals like breaks it. She seen 15 Prime Ministers during her reign, marking in palo, says, she died peacefully in the afternoon at her scottish estate, all moral. The queens family rushed to her side when doctor said they were concerned about her health earlier on thursday. The crown has now passed to her oldest son, who will be known as king charles the 3rd. Lets take you straight now to washington d. C. Where President Biden is signing a book of condolence at the u. K embassy in washington. The 1st weve seen of President Biden since the news came through the Queen Elizabeth. The 2nd has died quite a lengthy message there from President Biden. He also issued a statement earlier. Lets bring in hydro castro, whos our correspondent in washington. And heidi, he taught quite movingly, didnt he, through quite a long statement that was issued by the white house earlier so that we can hear that hierarchy. How does your customer can hear is picked her up in know, watching the other pictures of President Biden, whos signing a book of condolence at the u. K. Embassy in washington, dc. I let said, bringing the hydro castro whos been, who so the much k go in. And heidi caught a moving statement from President Biden, whos known the queen for a very long time. Oh, thats right for decades. Lauren, i think we met back in 1982 when biden was still a us senator. And he has reflected on that long friendship that he, for that he felt the personal connection had with Queen Elizabeth and in that lengthy Statement Released from the white house earlier he called her a states woman of unmatched dignity and constancy deepened the bedrock alliance. Between the United Kingdom and the United States, he also went on to describe her as the 1st monarch who really gained world wide significance and fame really capturing the imagination and the admiration of americans here as well. If throughout the day here outside, the British Embassy in washington, weve seen every day americans young old, some of them leaving their jobs to lay bouquets before the british flag, which of course is at half staff here and some sharing with me that they were deeply moved by the queens to devotion to duty on something that certainly here in the u. S. Political system, which doesnt see that sort of constancy of a 70 year rain. Its quite worn yet. Something thats fascinating to the average american. She was a celebrity here as, as well. As the other members of the royal family, and of course she in most americans never knew a time before. There was a Queen Elizabeth the 2nd and so news of her passing to day. Certainly, it is a moment that the average american would have stopped thought about it and many moved now to share the condolences and President Biden, as weve just seen signing the book. Condolences here in the British Embassy in washington. And how you chose a bit about from the other president s that the queen match over the years and how they got on riot. Well, she, her rein endured through 14 us presidency and she met with 13 of them. We know that every living u. S. President has also given statements about how they cherish those fond memories of her, something in common that weve heard from their statement as well as from other foreign leaders. They loved her sense of humor, her humanity, and that she was able to make these personal connections. You know, with foreign leaders that was deeply treasured, something very special for the heads of states in the us. Now she did visit the United States at least 6 times visiting the white house. The 1st time was when she was still friends, sat in 1951 meeting with president truman. Her last visit here to the states was in 2007 when she met with george w bush. So certainly this is a consistency, its something that weve heard a word over and over again today in the memory in the legacy of quinn, elizabeth, and seeing that consistent presence, enduring, 70 years. In comparison with the 14 us presidency that she, that she range through. Its something that is fascinating, thats certainly President Biden. We expect will be addressing when he does speak in front of the camera. He has not done so yet, but we expect to hear from him shortly. Audio history. Thank you very much indeed. And i will bring you that as soon as we get to the pictures breaking up a bit on president barton. Lets bring in new balkan jones is leih from Buckingham Palace a need for the u. K. Suddenly, a huge moment. I mean, clearly not one that was unexpected, given that she was 96. But nonetheless, her a big moment for the country. Yes. Size moments a deeply historic moment, which is why weve seen large numbers of people flock here to Buckingham Palace. As expected. I suppose a, whenever there are a monumental moments in the life of the royal family, whether they be births, marriages, or indeed deaths, people do come here is very much the focal point of morning her and the death of Queen Elizabeth in terms of the atmosphere and the mood well emotions here ill mix, ive seen some people in tears. People have been bringing flowers and lighting candles. Theyve been seen some jubilance as well. People singing the national anthem, people so shouting, god, save the king. A welcome. Of course, the new monica king charles, the 3rd here are some of the voices in the crowd. I think she didnt amazing job in. She really believed that she was born in this role and she gave me up and she gave out so much to be adequate for me. Its just a matter of showing respect. And of course, its not like im, theres no joy. I might not have the feelings that people from the u. K. Have heard agreeing, but im really respectful and you can see theres lots of respect here. Its been to be honest with you. Its been really amazing. Fulton hold is people will come straight from right. And now ive just spoken to a lady that she came from swindon would away here and she left her kids. As you can see, im with an umbrella. Im soaking away. But its such a sad feeling needs. What happens next is kaley bean car off for a long time that to was to what we expect. Yes, we expect to have a busy 10 days of morning, but of course this product protocol thats been in place since the 1960 something Queen Elizabeth would have been fully aware of. It begins, of course, with the seamless passing of the monarchy over to king charles the 3rd. Its been confirmed that that is the name that he will take. He doesnt have to, but he has chosen to do that almost in a sign of continuity is the name that were all familiar with. And he will address the nation at some point in the coming days, possibly as early as tomorrow. Weve already heard from a list trust, the british Prime Minister, summing up on the voice of britains political leadership. The flags, of course, at half mast. The lights in some parts of the capital have been dimmed. There is a very deeply atmospheric mood around Buckingham Palace because the lights and green park over there, the saint jamess park over there are much, much sher, darker and dimmer than usual grading, almost something of a hushed atmosphere around here. In the coming days, of course, Queen Elizabeth body will travel from scotland via edinburgh to Buckingham Palace. We believe that there will be some kind of welcoming ceremony or when that actually does happen. And then several days after that, her body will lay in state in westminster, hall of the palace of westminster, where the houses of parliament are where well see. Many people fall past her coffin, including dignitaries from all over the world and several days after that. The state funeral at westminster abbey, followed by the internment of her body as Saint Georges chapel in windsor where she will lie next to her husband. A prince philip, who died in april of last year between all of them, the new king, king charles of the 3rd will travel the country, stamping his mark on this new phase of the british monarchy. Ne, thank i thank you very much. When is with the 2nd, came to the throne on the death of her father in 1952, and became the longest reigning monarch in british history under simmons looked back at her life. Ah, in modern times, no, monique, on earth could blame the level of popularity in respect that Queen Elizabeth the 2nd enjoyed right into her advancing years. Ah, marine was the longest in british history marked in spectacular style by the 1st ever Platinum Jubilee scenes, reminiscent to the end of the 2nd world war. In 1945. She was celebrating 70 years ah. What a constant 2021 the year before. And this ensuring image of a queen alone with her soul, yet stoic, the death of her husband, prince philip, and a marriage that lasted 73 years had focused mines on her remarkable reign. She wasnt born to be queen. Her childhood was care free. Here with sister margaret, but then came change. At 10, she found herself as there to the throne. Her uncle, king edward, the ape abdicated. Her father became king. She was leading a very quiet family life at fairly out of the knees when the application came. It wasnt her destined ralph from birth, and i think that her father taught her incredibly well and she learned her lesson very well as it were. Princess elizabeth was 25. 00 when she assumed the british throne, returning from a visit to kenya after the sudden death of king george the 6th. Oh, by the time she was crowned queen, she was 27. It was in 6 years after shed married prince philip, the duke of edinburgh, a lifetime of service ahead of her and the end of a naval career for philip, whod be by her side for the rest of his life. As she took the throne, britain with its empire was losing its grip on global pow. The queens 1st mission, along with her husband, was a royal tour. As head of the commonwealth, she visited countries preparing transformation to independence from britain. Go back to the early 19 fifties, where she is. It takes a bit to get through to your own mind that this is a person who who conversed with the church roles. The mirrors are very early commonwealth leaders. The queen was able to lift the dark cloud of colonial attitudes and showing the commonwealth became a multi racial multinational association. It was perhaps her biggest achievement, and she was passionate about the commonwealth throughout her reign. Back home, it might even look like a normal life, a love of dogs, and a passion for horse racing. Ha, ha, ha, ha majesty. The queen. She was herself a horsewoman, and she loved the outdoors as a mother though, there were challenges. Like all the best families we have our share of eccentricities of impetuous and way where the youngsters, ah, and of family disagreements. Yeah, to the throne shows. Her eldest son had become prince of wales in 1969. At the age of 32, he married diana spencer. She had just turned 20 and was a stranger to royal life. It was an unhappy marriage ending in divorce. Then in 1997 Princess Diana was killed in a paris car crash. Initially, the queen didnt publicly show grief she was staying in scotland. Walters straw crowds gathered at Buckingham Palace. I think dan is death, was a very dangerous, named for the monarchy. I think that was still was possibly the one limit where you can look back on on a pretty flawless rain and say that at that moment i think the queen lost her her judgment. The queen had a special affection for charles and dianas 2 sons, william and harry, prince harry was seen by royal watches, the queens favorite grandson. But he was to take his grandmother through some bad times. He mounted american actress megan merkel, left their world duties and moved to america as private citizens. A couple appeared on the u. S. Television network with scathing attacks on the royal family for making them unhappy. Megan, marco said a member of the world family made racist remarks. The queens personal life may have had its ups and downs, and family may not have come 1st all the time. While british monex dont have absolute power, they can influence and steer their political leaders. A long list of Prime Ministers followed in the footsteps of Winston Churchill in their audiences with the queen, each with a piece of history to share with her for his johnson. Here, the 14th leader and the man who took the u. K. Out of the European Union in 2020. He also had to handle the countries response to the corona virus pandemic face a crisis. The queen are dressed in rare tv appearance. They should take comfort said while we may have more stone to handle better days, were return. We will be with our friends again. We will be with our families again. We will meet again. Queen elizabeth adult life was devoted to duty and she remembered, i think she had assumed the status of a national icon, the nations grandmother. Her legacy will be the fact that the war family is in a position to survive and indeed thrive. That has by no means been given throughout her right. Elizabeth, the 2nd queen of a commonwealth, not an empire, had always shown unflinching determination. Ah, it did as in life to be reviewed by many millions, in the case, Prime Minister in his truancy to pound as 2 days ago to meet in Queen Elizabeth says the monarch was a personal inspiration and touched the lives of millions across the commonwealth, 3 se can thing Queen Elizabeth the 2nd, provided us with the stability and the strength that we needed. She was the very spirit of Great Britain, and that spirit will angel. She has been our longest, ever raining monarch. Its an extraordinary achievement to presided with such dignity and grace for 70 years. Her law, her life of service, stretch beyond most of all living memories. In return, she was loved and admired by the people in the United Kingdom and all around the world. She has been a personal inspiration to me and to many britons. Her devotion to duty is an example to us all. Earlier this week, at 96, she remained determined to carry out her duties, as she appointed me as her 15th Prime Minister. Throughout her life, she is visited more than a 100 countries, and she has touched the lives of millions around the world. In the difficult days ahead, we will come together with our friends across the United Kingdom, the commonwealth and the world. To celebrate her extraordinary life, time of service. It is a day of great loss. But Queen Elizabeth the 2nd leaves a great legacy. Scotlands 1st minister nicholas sturgeon says the death of Queen Elizabeth the 2nd is a moment of acute sadness for the country. Mocking the end of an era for more than 70 years. Queen elizabeth has been the great constant in our national life. She has inspired us. On occasion comfort, he does, and always personified values. We hold dear throat wherein she performed her duties with exceptional wisdom, dedication and fidelity, scotland. This is a moment of acute loss and profound sadness. It is also a movement of enormous significance. The passing of Queen Elizabeth marks the end of anita. Only sion is in morning among World Leaders who to pay tribute. Russian president Vladimir Putin has extended his condolences to britons, king charles a 3rd, and majestys name is inextricably linked with the most important events. In the recent history of the United Kingdom. For many decades, elizabeth, the 2nd rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage. I wish you courage and resilience in the face of this difficult irreparable loss. May i ask you to pass on sincere condolences and support to members of the royal family and the entire people of Great Britain . Ukrainian president Vladimir Zalinski is also extended his condolences to the people of United Kingdom grange. Again, i was deeply sad to find out about the death of her majesty, Queen Elizabeth the 2nd. It is a heavy loss for the entirety of europe and for the world on behalf of the ukrainian people. I exclaim. Condolences to the royal family and Great Britain and commonwealth countries, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Queen elizabeth, also head of state in australia and new zealand. Sarah clark is standing by and brisbin that 1st to adrian brown in wellington, and tell us about the way the queen will be remembered in new zealand. Adrian. Well, new zealand is a country where there is strong support for the royal family. This morning being usina and Prime Minister gender, our girl has been paying her tribute. She said that the queen had been an extraordinary figure. She said that she was woken at about 10. 00 to 5. 00 local time in wellington, by a policeman flashing a torch. And she said, i knew exactly what that light meant. The Prime Minister then appeared before the media about 2 hours ago to issue a statement in which she praised her majesty for what she called her unwavering sense of duty. Lets listen more to what the Prime Minister of new zealand, that to say. The queen has been such a constant and alive for 70 years, the longer soothing monarch than british history. Over her reign, she has come to the fine notions of service, charity, and consistency. Commitment to her role and to all of us has been without question and unwavering. She is also demonstrated courage, compassion and humour, a strong memory. I will have her as her laughter. She was extraordinary. And i know you will often based in hong kong, normally would tell us a little bit about reaction there. Well of course, the last time a member of the royal family was in hong kong was for the handover in 1997 at so many was attended by Prince Charles and course its no secret that Prince Charles has had a very difficult relationship with chinas leaders. In part because of his relationship with the dye lama. And its going to be very interesting of all the World Leaders who are expected to attend the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth. Will she jean pink, be one of those World Leaders who will not be there along with Vladimir Putin . So itll be very interesting to see whether any chinese leaders and who those chinese leaders will be the do in fact attend. But i think its very unlikely at this moment, given the state of relations between the United Kingdom and china, in spite of her majestys death where the shipping being would in fact be able to attend. Just switching back here very briefly to new zealand though we have had other reaction coming in this morning. Also from the former secretary general of the commonwealth don mckinnon. A former new Zealand Foreign minister. He said that the queen had been a force for good in the commonwealth and that youd always been interested in the progress of democracy in the family. Weve also been hearing from representatives of the murray, the indigenous murray population. They said that in the past, the relationship between the monarchy and the murray population had not always been good. There had been tensions that of course extend back to the y t treaty back in 1840, but that the murray population, its leaders look forward to working with the new king and on the website of the governor general is a very poignant message to day, which simply says, behold the tide at its lowest said new zealand, of course is a country very different from the one that the queen 1st visited back in 1953. Shed only been crown just a few months earlier. Back then, you know, 70 percent of this cut. The bulk of this country was made up basically, of migrants from, from britain, from the United Kingdom today. 70 percent of the population is, is basically european the rest in from, from the middle east from, from asia mari and of course pacifica. So the, the ethnic complexion of this country now very different to the way it was when Queen Elizabeth 1st ascended to throw. And now we are expecting there to be a state funeral here in new zealand, at some stage, probably after the main state funeral in london in 10 days. So time. In the meantime, books of condolence have opened across the country and flags and are flying at half mast. But yes, a very sad day for new zealand. As i say, the support for the monarchy here has always been very strong in many ways, stronger possibly than it is in neighboring australia. Where of course there was a referendum on the country, you know, to become a republic back in 1999. And that result, of course, did not go the way that those wanting the country to become a republic wanted adrian van lifers in union. Thank you very much indeed. Well, as weve mentioned, Queen Elizabeth has also had a state of australia and its Prime Minister anti ivan, as he says, australian hearts go out to the british world family. Sarah clark is that life for us in brisbin . What else did he say . It will they promise to anthony albany, the address the nation through a live tv address in the last hour or so. He knows a distraught he is in the morning for this huge loss. He said, the comfort to be found in the words of the queen where he said, she said, grief is the price and we pay for love. Now, at the end, the governor general will travel to you, kate, to meet king charles the 3rd in coming days. Hes confirmed that there will be a National Memorial service. There also be a national day of mourning here in australia, palm. It has also been cancelled next week as a result of the death of the queen. Any the dress united to the queen visited this jealous, 16 times during the 7 decades of her run and she visited every state and territory. And anyone who knows the strategy knows its a huge country and some a strong and havent even done that. When she time to study that was back in 1954, 7000000 people turned out to get a glimpse of the queen, the people have a very soft spot for the queen. And his speech, she said the strain, the hearts go out to those people in the town, of course, across the commonwealth. And hes what at the albany the had to say in live address, a short time going with the passing of Queen Elizabeth, the 2nd and historic ryan and a long life devoted to duty, family, pike, and service has come to an end. This is the morning of sadness for the world, for the commonwealth and all astrology, and it is a die, a profound sadness and grief for the royal family who had lost her beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. The person who for so long was the greatest in his strength, a strategy and hearts go out to the people of the United Kingdom, who mourn to die. Knowing that will failed, i have lost part of what makes a nation hall. And sir, where does it leave australia in terms of the relationship with the monarchy . Well, astronomy, the constitutional monarchy, the hidden states, of course, is the queen. But the queen has never played a role in the day to day running off the country. So the constitution delegates those powers to the governor general, who at the moment david hurley. But adrian mentioned back in 1990, not a strike did go to a referendum. This was to vote on whether or not we would remain with the marquee. Oh, we would become a republic, and of course the people voted overwhelmingly to stay with the monarchy. So it was interesting, but i think the people here its ready to adore the queen. And certainly todays the day of morning and reflection and regardless of your views of the monarchy, republican monica, the people here have a soft spot for the queen. And today its a huge loss and is trying to wake up to this news on friday. Sarah clark, thank you very much. Christopher wilson is a rural biographer and commentator. He joins me live in the studio. Thanks very much indeed for being with us. The queens legacy people who talked about it a great deal this evening. Where do you see her position in kind of, in terms of the history of the country and also in terms of kind of global position . Well, i think her really whats going to be interesting is what the history books are going to do with her. And of course thats going to take time or it also requires people to be frank and open about the things that they know about her. I mean for example, people dont really know quite how modest she was. Or recently we had the Platinum Jubilee. And the, the nation turned out to celebrate, and it, not only that, the nation, but the commonwealth crossed the world. Any body who had legs with the or the queen wants to come out celebrate. But she herself, in the Silver Jubilee and 977. In the Golden Jubilee 25 years later the the the st dan and jubilee tried by that word or a 10 years later and then the Platinum Jubilee this year or she said to her courtiers they werent will to come out, meet me again. They wont want to see me again. Theyve had their st parties. They did that 10 years ago. They did it 20 years ago. And she was always incredibly modest about what people felt about her. And she never looked to greatness. But i think the historians will write just how great she has been. And i suppose within the last to have he is you, you mentioned that the platinum jibley. What was interesting is she was quite quite game with some of these events. When she, with a, with the 2012 olympics joining in with some of the stunts that were willing to can have at least embracing some of the stuff when were organized to make it look like