LONDON: Newspapers across the UK paid tribute Prince Philip as the nation prepared for his funeral on Saturday.
Many front pages ran with a photo released by Buckingham Palace of the Queen and Philip, smiling and relaxing on blankets in the grass in the Scottish Highlands in 2003.
The palace said the casual, unposed photo was a favourite of the queen.
The Duke of Edinburgh will be laid to rest at Windsor Castle, in a funeral that will reflect his military ties, both as a ceremonial commander of many units and as a veteran of war.
In London, 20 miles (about 30 kilometers) from Windsor, the Union flag flew at half-mast over Buckingham Palace, as the sun shone bright in the early morning.
A few pedestrians and joggers passed by, but police maintained a large presence and were quick to move on anyone lingering, as coronavirus restrictions remain in place.
On the streets of the capital, people spoke of Philip's service and steadfast loyally to the Queen, as she prepares to bid farewell to her husband of 73 years.
One Londoner spoke of his admiration for the Duke's work in conservation.
Another said he hoped the spotlight would be on the Duke's life, speculating that some attention would fall on Philip's grandsons Prince William and Prince Harry.
The brothers, whose relationship has been strained amid Harry’s decision to quit royal duties and move to California.
Because of coronavirus restrictions only 30 mourners will attend the funeral service, including Queen Elizabeth II, her four children and her eight grandchildren.
Philip died on April 9 at age 99.
AP Newsroom
Sat Apr 17 2021
People sit outside Buckingham Palace on the day of the funeral of Britain's Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth, who died at the age of 99, in London, Britain, April 17, 2021. REUTERSpic
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