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The Duke of Edinburgh, the longest-serving consort to a monarch in British history, has died at the age of 99.

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Prince Philip was able to pass away "peacefully" at Windsor Castle, where he was Ranger for more than half a century, very much on his own terms

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Britain has entered eight days of mourning for the Duke of Edinburgh.

During this time flags will be flown at half mast, TV presenters will wear black and Parliament will pass no new laws

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"His service to Queen and country was exemplary"

The mood among the crowd was calm and respectful throughout the afternoon. By 6pm, the floral tributes were three lines deep against the Palace railings
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The ceremony will be significantly pared down, adhering to Covid restrictions.

The Queen, senior members of the family, and the Prime Minister are expected to attend the funeral, likely to take place next Saturday at St George’s Chapel, Windsor
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The world's press have paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh and his life of service, while expressing support for the Queen and the Royal family

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In his 74 years as Duke of Edinburgh, he made the title far more famous and distinguished than any of the title’s previous holders.

Now the mantle is set to pass to his son, Prince Edward

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"For that was his job, always and until his final breath. He was her champion, "my strength and stay all these years,” the Queen called him" | Writes @allisonpearson

In a series of moving interviews the Duke of Edinburgh’s children paid tribute both to the Duke’s devotion to duty and his inspiring character

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There have been 14 occupants of the White House while Prince Philip was consort to the Queen.

He was remembered for his dignity, commitment to duty and steadfast support of the monarch, but also for his energy, wit and charm

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Over six decades the Duke of Edinburgh travelled to 143 countries representing Britain and accompanying the Queen.

The Duke even went to Antarctica, without the Queen, in 1957. Visiting scientists at a remote and freezing outpost on Deception Island
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"His wit complemented his ability to make everyone he met feel special"

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"The Duke took his various roles in sport far beyond figurehead status.

He held tenaciously the conviction that games should be valued as a vital element in the education of the young"
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"To younger generations it feels as if we’ve lost our nation’s grandfather.

Though Prince Philip was hardly an “average” representative of that generation, he shared some common and immediately recognisable traits"
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While the Duke’s death has not impacted the line of succession, events, such as the birth of Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor and arrival of Prince Louis, have changed the order in recent years

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A search through The Duke of Edinburgh’s family history reveals fascinating stories from over the centuries

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"No doubt, Prince Philip could have lain in state in London and had a grand funeral in the style befitting the consort to the Queen.

But it is no surprise that his declared wishes were more modest."
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The head of the Royal Navy has paid tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh as "a close friend to the service for over eight decades".

Prince Philip had close ties with the Royal Navy throughout his life, serving during WWII
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The Duke's final years were spent in quiet seclusion on Wood Farm, where family members would visit away from the glare of publicity

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As a royal reporter, Camilla Tominey saw many of Prince Philip's engagements up close.

Having heard many of the quips for which the Duke was famous for, Camilla Tominey said she realised "there was a sense he just wanted to put people at ease."
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The Duke of Edinburgh left strict instructions that he should have a relatively low-key funeral in his final wishes.

Funeral plans will be completely revised due to coronavirus restrictions and will be announced in the coming days
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Flowers left at Windsor Castle for the Duke of Edinburgh will be removed and displayed within the grounds.

The public has been asked not to leave floral tributes outside Buckingham Palace
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The nation mourns with the Royal family for a man who lived a remarkable life of service.

Told in pictures, this is how the day unfolded
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"The Queen has been amazing", Sophie, the Countess of Wessex said as she and Prince Edward left Windsor Castle.

The latest updates following the death of the Duke of Edinburgh can be found below
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Gun salutes have been fired across the UK, in Gibraltar and at sea to mark the death of the Duke of Edinburgh.

Saluting batteries began firing 41 rounds in cities including London, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast

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The Duke of Edinburgh's death marks the end of a remarkable life dedicated to family and public service.

Here's a look at Prince Philip's life and the moments he will be remembered for
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How Prince Philip featured on the front pages of The Telegraph - from a first meeting with the Queen in 1939 to his death
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The Duke, who offered a blood sample to experts attempting to identify bodies found in unmarked graves in 1993, provided a match with the Tsarina and her daughters, related through the maternal line, proving once and for all their fate
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Prince Philip's life may have been dedicated to Queen and country, but it was his love for sport that defined him beyond his royal duties.
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As the floral tributes grow, so do the crowds drawn to reflect on the passing of the Duke telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2…

The life of the Duke of Edinburgh was marked by his sense of duty. The longest-serving British consort, Prince Philip completed over 22,000 royal engagements before his retirement in 2017 telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2…

Prince Charles paid heartfelt tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh, saying his father would have wanted to be remembered as an individual "in his own right"
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How The Telegraph covered Duke of Edinburgh's key moments with the Queen

Under the headline "Princess Elizabeth Betrothed", The Telegraph ran a picture of the couple, including the detail that the King had "gladly" given his consent
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"She has been there for us over such a long time, let us be there now for you, your Majesty, and allow us to send our love to you,” Australian prime minister Scott Morrison telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/04/1…

"In 62 days, Her Majesty would have been able to send the Duke of Edinburgh a telegram for his 100th birthday. That would have amused them both. (They never stopped laughing together.)" | Writes @allisonpearson
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"Humour helped him carry the heavy burden of duty, and lightened the Queen’s load, too" | Writes @Madz_Grant telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2…

"Yet because of the traumas of continental Europe in the 20th century, and because his separated parents failed to look after him, the young Philip wandered, almost homeless. Like millions at that time, he was a refugee, if a gilded one" telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2…

"He exemplified all the very best values of Britain’s Armed Forces – selfless commitment, courage, discipline, loyalty, integrity and respect for others" telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/04/0…

"His modesty, and his refusal to blow his own trumpet, were typical of him and of his generation" | Writes Simon Heffer telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2…

Prince Charles leads tributes, saying 'My Papa was a very special person'

Adding that his father "has given the most remarkable, devoted service to The Queen, to my family and to the country, but also to the whole of the Commonwealth."

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The Duke painted in oils for much of his life, capturing landscapes and interiors on his travels, including at least one self-portrait at an easel and a candid painting of the Queen at breakfast telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2…

The true story of how Prince Philip's DNA solved a Russian Romanov murder mystery telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2…