UK-Based LGC Mourns the Passing of the Second Elizabethan Age
I thought it was important to record on this site, the sad news that our Queen, Elizabeth II, has died. I (Lox) was born and raised in these green and pleasant lands, and I have always held such awe and respect for Her Majesty. The following is taken from various sources, including the UK’s main broadcaster, the BBC.
Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years.
She died peacefully on the afternoon of Thursday, 8th September 2022, at her Scottish estate, where she had spent much of the summer.
The Queen came to the throne in 1952 and witnessed enormous social change.
Her son, now King Charles III, said the death of his beloved mother was a “moment of great sadness” for him and his family and that her loss would be “deeply felt” around the world.
He said: “We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished sovereign and a much-loved mother.
“I know her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world.”
Senior royals had gathered at Balmoral after the Queen’s doctors became concerned about her health earlier in the day.
All the Queen’s children travelled to Balmoral, near Aberdeen, after doctors placed the Queen under medical supervision.
Her grandson and now heir to the throne, Prince William, and his brother, Prince Harry, also gathered there.
BBC Announcement: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-21927209
Prime Minister Truss’ Speech: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-62843295
King Charles III Returns to London: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-62853708
Video: “A Constant Presence in a Changing World“
Obituary: Queen Elizabeth II
View on the BBC website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61605149