Queen Elizabeth II's funeral: What we know so far
Plans for the monarch's state funeral have been crafted for years, but kept largely secret. Now, the invitations have gone out.
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Queen Elizabeth II moved to Westminster Hall to lie in state
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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin arrives at Buckingham Palace
Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state for four days at London's Westminster Hall, where thousands are expected to wait hours to pay their respects.
Queen Elizabeth II's children escort her coffin through Edinburgh
The queen's coffin will lie in rest in St. Giles' Cathedral for 24 hours, offering members of the public their first opportunity to visit and pay their respects in person.
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The world pays respects to Queen Elizabeth II
Royal subjects and international figures alike paid tribute to the royal, who reigned for over 70 years.
Prince Harry not allowed to wear military uniform at queen's funeral
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The public will be able to pay respects to the queen as she lies in state
The queen's coffin will be guarded around the clock, and visitors must pass through airport-style security to get in.
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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin makes somber journey through Scotland
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