Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, dies aged 99

 

An assertion from Buckingham Palace said: "It is with profound distress that Her Majesty The Queen has declared the passing of her cherished spouse, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. 

"His Royal Highness died calmly today at Windsor Castle." 

The Duke was hitched to Queen Elizabeth II for over 70 years and turned into the longest-serving consort in British history.

Into his 90s he did a bustling project of public commitment, mirroring his own altruistic advantages.

He additionally went around the nation supporting the Queen, both on state events and illustrious visits. 

For a man of his age he appreciated generally great wellbeing.