The Duke of Edinburgh was closely involved in the planning of his own Funeral. As a result, it will involve a number of unique touches which reflect his life and work.
Many of the moments choreographed by The Duke demonstrate his lifelong commitment to the Armed Forces.
His Royal Highness’s coffin will be carried by both the Grenadier Guards and the Royal Marines during tomorrow’s ceremony.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s two fell ponies - Balmoral Nevis and Notlaw Storm – will pull a carriage designed by The Duke of Edinburgh eight years ago.
The Duke's insignia are the badges and medals which represent His Royal Highness’s status in a variety of countries and institutions. They include his Field Marshal's baton and Royal Air Force Wings, together with decorations from orders of chivalry in Denmark and Greece. The insignia will be laid at the altar in St George’s Chapel for the Funeral Service.
His Royal Highness helped design the Land Rover which will carry his coffin.
The vehicle will be driven by soldiers from the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers of which The Duke was Colonel-in-Chief.More photos below.
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