Prince Philip honored by gun salutes across U.K.
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Gun salutes across the United Kingdom marked the death of Prince Philip on Saturday. The husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II died on Friday at Windsor Castle. He was 99.
Batteries of cannons in London, Edinburgh, Cardiff and other cities fired 41 rounds at one-minute intervals starting at midday. Salutes were also fired from Royal Navy ships at sea. "His Royal Highness leaves us with a legacy of indomitable spirit, steadfastness and an unshakeable sense of duty,'' said General Nick Carter, chief of the U.K. Defense Staff. "From all of us who serve today and who have served, thank you."More Related News
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