Almost a year has passed since the sad loss of our beloved late monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. But the memories of her dedication to duty, her unflappable nature and her wicked sense of humour live on.
She had many incredible achievements to her name: she was the longest-serving monarch in British history – her reign was the third longest in world history – and the first to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee.
But behind palace walls, she was also a devoted matriarch to an extended family who all looked to her for strength and guidance.
It’s this shining example of resilience that will be drawn upon as the anniversary of her passing approaches this Friday. The Prince and Princess of Wales will lead public tributes, while King Charles intends to mark the day in quiet reflection at the very place where his reign began just 12 months ago – Balmoral.This decision, says former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond, mirrors the private manner in which the late Queen would mark the anniversary of her father’s death, at Sandringham House in Norfolk each year on 6 February. "I think the King has shown that he wants to emulate his mother in many ways – and that includes her tradition of marking the anniversary of King George VI’s death away from the public gaze.
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