Obituary: Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021

The longest reigning consort in British history has died at the age of 99

Prince Philip, the Queen’s husband and closest confidant for 73 years, has died today aged 99 at Windsor Castle.

Described by Queen Elizabeth II in her golden wedding speech as “my strength and stay all these years”, the Duke of Edinburgh retired from public duties in August 2017, having completed 22,219 solo engagements since 1952.

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