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Prince Philip’s Life In Pictures

Prince Philip’s Life In Pictures — Prince Philip, born Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark in Corfu, Greece on June 10 1921, is the husband of Queen Elizabeth II. Officially, he is the Commonwealth realms’ longest-serving consort and the oldest ever spouse of a reigning British monarch. In 2011, the Queen gave him the title Lord High Admiral for his 90th birthday.

Prince Philip is best known for being a Prince of England, for being married to Queen Elizabeth, and for serving in World War II. He is also known for easily offending people with his off the cuff and blunt remarks.

Prince Philip has been married to Queen Elizabeth for 65 years. They tied the knot at Westminister Abbey in London, England on Nov. 20,1947 and together they have four children: Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward. He has eight grandchildren, including Prince William and Prince Harry, and eight great-grandchildren, including Prince William’s children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

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Prince Philip Leaving The Hospital

Prince Philip Leaving The Hospital — Prince Philip is photogrpahed leaving the hospital in London after four weeks on March 16, 2021. He underwent a procedure for a pre-exisiting heart condition during his time in the hospital.

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Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s Wedding

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s Wedding — Britain’s Princess Elizabeth and her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, are seen leaving Westminster Abbey, London, on Nov. 20, 1947, following their wedding service. Wasn’t she a beautiful bride?

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Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Cradle Charles & Anne

Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Cradle Charles & Anne — Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip hold their children Prince Charles and Princess Anne outside Clarence House, their London home in 1951. She had yet to be named Queen.

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Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Play with Charles & Anne

Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Play with Charles & Anne — Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip lounge on the lawn outside their London home with kids Prince Charles and Princess Anne. The colorized photo shows off Elizabeth’s blue dress.

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Prince Philip at a 1989 Event

Prince Philip at a 1989 Event — Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, looks contemplative during a 1989 event. He wore his usual grey suit and patterned tie combo.

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Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Wave to Crowds in Australia

Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Wave to Crowds in Australia — Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip wave to crowds gathered upon their arrival at Australia’s Adelaide Airport in 1992. She looked lovely in her red hat and blazer ensemble.

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Prince Philip Wears His Dress Uniform

Prince Philip Wears His Dress Uniform — Prince Philip walks past Czech army veterans who fought for Great Britain during WWII after laying a wreath at the Memorial of Czech pilots in Prague. He wore his dress uniform during the 1996 visit.

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Prince Philip Attends Royal Event with Queen Elizabeth & Prince Charles

Prince Philip Attends Royal Event with Queen Elizabeth & Prince Charles — Prince Philip is seen here with his identically-dressed son, Prince Charles, during a royal event. They were accompanied by Queen Elizabeth, decked out in lemon yellow.

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Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Leave House of Lords

Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Leave House of Lords — Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, leave The House of Lords after the State Opening of Parliament in London in 2005. They were dressed in their absolute royal finest!

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Prince Philip at a 2007 Garden Party

Prince Philip at a 2007 Garden Party — Prince Philip smiles and laughs while greeting a guest at a 2007 garden party. The affair was held at the British Embassy.

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Prince Philip at Westminster Abbey

Prince Philip at Westminster Abbey — Prince Phillip admires an assembled choir following the 2011 Commonwealth Day Observance Service at Westminster Abbey in London. He had just celebrated his 90th birthday.

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Barack Obama & Prince Philip Chat at Buckingham Palace

Barack Obama & Prince Philip Chat at Buckingham Palace — Barack Obama, center and Prince Philip are escorted by a Guard of Honor at Buckingham Palace during Obama’s arrival at Buckingham Palace in 2011. They chatted while waiting for Queen Elizabeth.

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Prince Philip Laughs During a Photo Op with Queen Elizabeth

Prince Philip Laughs During a Photo Op with Queen Elizabeth — Prince Philip looks amused while posing for a photo op with his wife, Queen Elizabeth. The Duke laughed during their 2013 visit to the Medical Research Council in Cambridge.

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Prince Philip at 2013 Britain Rememberance

Prince Philip at 2013 Britain Rememberance — Prince Philip talks to British service veterans at the Field of Remembrance in the grounds of Westminster Abbey in November 2013. He looked delighted to be there.

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Prince Philip Heads to Christmas Church Service

Prince Philip Heads to Christmas Church Service — Prince Philip is seen here attending the royal family’s traditional Christmas Day church service at St. Mary Magdalene Church in 2015. He looked smart in a brown overcoat for the ceremony.

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Prince Philip Attends Princess Eugenie’s Wedding

Prince Philip Attends Princess Eugenie’s Wedding — Prince Philip waits for the bridal procession following the wedding of granddaughter Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank at Windsor Castle in 2018. He wore a mismatched suit for the occasion.

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Prince Philip Laughs with Prince Harry

Prince Philip Laughs with Prince Harry — Prince Philip looked happy to run into grandson Prince Harry during Lady Gabriella Windsor and Thomas Kingston’s 2019 wedding. The two laughed and chatted throughout the event.

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Prince Philip in a Moment of Reflection

Prince Philip in a Moment of Reflection — Prince Philip is seen here preparing for the transfer of the Colonel-in-Chief of The Rifles at Windsor Castle. He gave the title to daughter-in-law Camila after retiring from royal duties.

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Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Enjoy the Royal Windsor Cup Final

Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Enjoy the Royal Windsor Cup Final — Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip enjoy the Royal Windsor Cup Final at the Guards Polo Club and the British Driving Society Annual Show at Smith’s Lawn in 2018. They smiled and clapped during the match.

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