Queen Elizabeth relaxes on holiday as a young woman with Prince Philip in never-before-seen royal pictures

Prince Philip played a critical part in molding his grandson, Prince William, for future service one day as king. For years, prior to his death on April 9 at age 99, Philip was instrumental in shaping William for the rigors that come with ruling over a nation – a position Queen Elizabeth II has held for 69 years since she took the throne on Feb.

Queen Elizabeth II is ringing in her 95th birthday on a somber note. On Wednesday, the Royal Family account shared details of how the reigning British monarch is spending her milestone birthday. «This year The Queen remains at Windsor Castle during a period of Royal Mourning following the death of The Duke of Edinburgh,» the account shared of Her Royal Highness. Today is The Queen’s 95th birthday.

Bidding goodbye to her loyal soulmate the Duke of Edinburgh must have been heartbreaking for Her Majesty, the Queen. But former Royal Editor Duncan Larcombe believes that the Monarch – who turns 95 today – will take immense comfort from spending time with her family and visiting the places where she shared so many happy times with Philip.

Queen Elizabeth II is doing things her own way. The monarch is currently in mourning following the death of her husband, Prince Philip at the age of 99.

Queen Elizabeth's 95th birthday this week will be a subdued occasion following the death of her husband of 73 years, Prince Philip. The monarch's milestone birthday won't be celebrated as usual — while the Queen and other family members often mark their birthdays by sharing new portraits with the public, there will not be a photo released this year according to Mirror UK.

A hard goodbye. The royal family dressed in black for Prince Philip’s funeral on Saturday, April 17, but Queen Elizabeth added some very special — and significant — crown jewels to her ensemble.

The Queen bid a final farewell to her beloved husband Prince Philip at his funeral in the grounds of Windsor Castle on Saturday. And the widowed monarch, who will turn 95 this week, made six subtle tributes to her late husband as she said goodbye in a very public way after 73 years of marriage.These included private mementoes understood to have been held in her handbag during the service which, like all her bags, was designed by British brand Launer.

Queen Elizabeth II was photographed dabbing away a tear at the funeral for her late husband, Prince Philip.  Philip died at age 99 on April 9, prompting the royal family to gather for a celebration of life ceremony in honor of the late Duke of Edinburgh.

Queen Elizabeth II penned a handwritten note in honor of her husband Prince Philip, who sadly passed away at the age of 99. The reigning British monarch, 94, tearfully said her final goodbye to her husband of 73 years at his funeral on April 17, and placed a sweet note on top of his casket.

Queen Elizabeth said goodbye to her husband Prince Philip in a heartbreaking way at his funeral.

Prince Philip had a big part in planning his funeral but Queen Elizabeth had her own way to honour her husband of 73 years.

After a morning of very British pomp and ceremony, the Royal Family is now proceeding towards St George’s Chapel, in the grounds of Windsor Castle, to attend the funeral of Prince Philip.

Coming together for their grandfather. Prince Harry and Prince William were among the royal family members chosen to walk behind Prince Philip‘s casket on Saturday, April 17, as the family exited Windsor Castle ahead of the funeral.

Duchess Kate is paying tribute to more than just Prince Philip on Saturday, April 17. Royal watchers were quick to spot Queen Elizabeth II’s pearl necklace on Prince William’s wife as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were spotted on their way to Windsor for the funeral.

Only 30 people will be allowed to attend the funeral service of Prince Philip, but there are over 700 members of the military and the armed forces who are involved in the event.