Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, passed away on Thursday at the age of 96, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Questions about what will happen next now that the queen has passed away arise because it has been 70 years since Britain’s monarchy changed.
When will Queen Elizabeth II be buried? Memorial service details
After the customary observation of a national period of sorrow, the queen’s funeral will happen 10 days after her passing.
Elizabeth is anticipated to be the first sovereign to be buried at Westminster Abbey since 1760 when her funeral is held there.
International dignitaries and leaders of state are anticipated to attend the queen’s funeral.
Westminster Abbey can house more than 8,000 people, as it did for the queen’s coronation, but it often only seats 2,200 worshippers.
The U.K. In order to ensure a seamless transition following the queen’s passing and to properly honor her historic reign, the government and the royal family have been making preparations for years.
The queen will likely be buried privately in Windsor Castle’s St. George’s Chapel, where she spent a large portion of her later years.
