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The UK is in mourning following the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and Queen's consort, on Friday 9th April.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson broke the news to the nation shortly after the official announcement was placed on the gates of Buckingham Palace, the monarch's London residence.

Many Britons commemorated the Prince by placing flowers outside Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle.

Some were almost overcome with grief.

Born in Corfu to the Royal House of Greece and Denmark, the Prince's family were forced into exile after a military coup.

Philip was educated in Britain and first encountered the future Queen as a young cadet in the Royal Navy.

Prince Philip wedded Princess Elizabeth in 1947 at Westminster Abbey, where she was crowned just five years later.

The Duke was the longest serving consort of any British monarch.

Flags were set at half mast and 99 tolls rang out from Westminster Abbey to mark the passing of the Prince at the age of 99, just 2 months prior to his 100th birthday.

The period of national mourning will last until 8am the day after the Duke's funeral, which will be held on 17th April at Windsor Castle.

Ongoing coronavirus regulations will restrict the ceremony to just 30 attendees.

Prince Harry is expected to return from the United States for the occasion.

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