Queen Elizabeth II: timeline of a changing world
#AFPGraphics timeline on the life of British monarch Elizabeth II, and historical events during the same period.
The queen will lie in state in Westminster Hall from Wednesday until a few hours before her funeral on Monday
Fit for a queen.
@AFP topshots of Queen Elizabeth II lying in state in Westminster Hall. Standing watch are the Yeomen of the Guard and other military regiments. On her coffin sits the Imperial State Crown, Orb and Sceptre – crown jewels used at her coronation
Like father, like daughter.
Photo combination reflects the tradition of British monarchs lying in state in Westminster Hall – built in 1097 and the place where palace meets parliament.
King George VI, father of the queen, lies in state in 1952 and Queen Elizabeth II today
VIDEO: Biggest mosque in London holds remembrance service for Queen Elizabeth II.
A special remembrance service is held in Baitul Futuh Mosque, where attendees thanked her for her work with minority groups.
"Everybody loved her, no matter what race or religion you came from"
Tears as British public pays respects to queen's coffin.
Thousands queued overnight into Thursday to pay their last respects to Queen Elizabeth II, with many choking back tears after seeing her coffin lying in state in London
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