The Queen's husband dies at the age of 99
The Duke of Edinburgh spent the last days of his life at Windsor Castle with his wife after 28 nights in hospital in mid-February with an infection and pre-existing heart condition.
The Queen's husband dies at the age of 99
Buckingham Palace said in a statement: "With profound sadness, Queen Elizabeth announces that her beloved husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh has passed away."
Queen Elizabeth is "deeply saddened" by the passing of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, her "strength and guide" throughout her 73-year marriage and 69-year reign./ .