What does it mean to stand beside a monarch for over seven decades, to be the unwavering support, the constant presence in a life lived under the relentless glare of the world stage? Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, did just that, and his story is a testament to duty, sacrifice, and a unique partnership that shaped the modern British monarchy.
On April 9th, 2021, the world mourned the loss of Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away at the age of 99. His funeral, a somber yet dignified affair, was held on Saturday, April 17th, marking the end of an era. For over 73 years, he was her steadfast companion, the father of her four children, and a figure who, despite lacking a formal constitutional role, wielded considerable influence within the royal family and beyond. Theirs was a marriage that spanned generations, witnessing unprecedented social and political change.
| Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh: Biographical and Professional Information | |
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| Full Name | Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh |
| Born | June 10, 1921, Corfu, Greece |
| Died | April 9, 2021, Windsor Castle, United Kingdom |
| Father | Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark |
| Mother | Princess Alice of Battenberg |
| Spouse | Queen Elizabeth II (m. 1947) |
| Children | Charles, Prince of Wales; Anne, Princess Royal; Prince Andrew, Duke of York; Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex |
| Titles | Duke of Edinburgh, Earl of Merioneth, Baron Greenwich, Royal Knight of the Garter, Extra Knight of the Thistle, Grand Master and First or Principal Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire, Member of the Order of Merit, Companion of the Order of Australia, Extra Companion of the Queen's Service Order, Royal Chief of the Order of Logohu, Extra Companion of the Order of Canada, Extra Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, Lord High Admiral of the United Kingdom |
| Military Career | Served in the Royal Navy during World War II; rose to the rank of Commander. |
| Role as Consort | Supported Queen Elizabeth II in her duties as Sovereign; undertook numerous engagements on behalf of the Queen and the country; Patron of numerous organizations. |
| Known For | His dedication to public service, his outspoken nature, and his commitment to environmental causes. |
| Official Website | The Royal Family - Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh |
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