- By Ely Marquez
- (General Dispatch) – Buckingham Palace announced early Friday the unfortunate passing of Prince Philip at the age of 99.
- The loyal friend, husband and companion of Queen Elizabeth II physically leaves Buckingham Palace and the royal family this Friday, April 9.
- After almost a century of life, the prince dedicated his best years to the affairs related to the administration of the Palace. He was born into a Greek royal family.
- His life was framed around advancing British interests both at home and abroad, eventually accomplishing at least 20,000 matters related to the realm.
- The prince was known for his racist and sexist comments, which were part of his eloquent personality.
- He also founded a large number of charities that helped many people at the time, just as he did an excellent job as a father of a family.
- Let’s remember that Prince Philip was hospitalized during these last months due to the health problems he was facing, returning again to Windsor Castle on March 16.
- In the next few hours the Royal Palace will announce the protocol of the funeral acts that will be carried out to pay the last tribute to the late Prince Philip.
Adittional Information:
AP News: Philip, defined by role of husband to British queen, dies
Breitbart: Duke of Edinburgh, Queen’s Consort Prince Philip Dies Age 99
