King Charles III Pays Final Tribute To Queen Elizabeth II At Her Funeral

King Charles III paid his final respect to his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

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The newly-appointed monarch penned a handwritten note to the deceased.

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The touching note was attached to the wreath on the Queen's coffin.

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Charles signed the message with his new status as King.

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The Queen gave a similar gesture at her late husband's funeral.

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However, the ruler signed the note with her childhood nickname.

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Charles also included a flower from his late mother's wedding bouquet.

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The King released a touching statement before his mother's funeral.

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Charles thanked the public for their heartwarming condolences.

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