Royal Family Gathers for Late Queen’s Funeral Procession

Catherine, the new Princess of Wales, appeared contemplative today as she participated in the funeral procession and religious service honoring the late Queen at Westminster Hall.

Standing by her husband's side since the announcement of his grandmother's passing last Thursday, the 40-year-old princess maintained a solemn demeanor as she walked behind the Sovereign's Coffin during its transfer from Buckingham Palace to Westminster.

Among the members of the Royal Family present were King Charles III, the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Sussex, Duke of York, and the Earl of Wessex, who accompanied the Queen's Coffin on foot through the streets of London.

Formerly known as the Duchess of Cambridge and Cornwall, Catherine exuded grace in a Catherine Walker dress as she followed the procession in a vehicle.

Adorning herself for the occasion, she accessorized with a pair of pearl-dropped earrings and a pearl brooch.

This marked the final relocation of the Queen's body before her upcoming funeral at Westminster Hall, where she will be laid to rest at her cherished Windsor Castle.

Kate's attire exuded elegance, with a black dress complemented by a striking brooch featuring three prominent pearls and a stem that harmonized with her earrings.

The brooch is believed to have been worn by the Queen during her visit to South Korea in 1999, and Kate showcased it during the 100th anniversary of Paskendael in Belgium in 2017.

Coordinating with the dropped earrings she wore, which originally belonged to Princess Diana and were gifted to her by Collingwood jewelers for her wedding to Prince Charles in 1981, Kate's ensemble exuded sophistication.

With her hair styled down and a delicate veil over her eyes, Kate's appearance evoked a sense of poignancy, particularly for William and Harry.

The two princes, now adults, were reminded of their sorrowful experience walking behind their mother Princess Diana's coffin in 1997 when they were just 15 and 12 years old.

Anticipating a massive turnout of mourners, authorities expect over 1 million individuals to line the streets of central London, with projections indicating that only 400,000 may gain entry inside, leaving many disappointed.

As the public prepares to pay their respects, a procession of well-wishers will begin filing past the Queen's casket, signaling the commencement of four-and-a-half days during which the Queen will lie in state.

A continuous vigil will be upheld beneath the catafalque by officers from various esteemed divisions, ensuring a constant presence until the early hours of Monday.

Envisioning a multitude of individuals lining the streets to honor the Queen, the anticipated queue is predicted to extend up to five miles and may take approximately 30 hours to navigate.

To accommodate the influx of mourners, additional welfare facilities such as toilets and water fountains have been strategically placed along the route, ensuring the comfort and well-being of those paying their respects to the late monarch.