RIP, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

I thought this photograph epitomised, in a way, the role of Prince Philip, ... always present, but always behind the Queen. This was taken at the Braemar Gathering in, I believe, 1967. I am the little girl on the far right presenting a posy of white heather to Princess Anne. Every year, local highland dancers are chosen to present posies to the ladies of the Royal Family attending the Gathering. That tradition continues, although the Gathering will not be held this year, for the second year running, because of Covid restrictions.

[Casablanca]

Wonderful personal memory of a delightful and unique man. RIP dear Prince Philip.

[Maggiemae]

Love it - how good is this!

[Margo Sayer]

What an iconic shot...and all those hats! VML the dancers, splendid in their kilts. Prince Phillip un homme sans pareil.

[julia]

What a great memory photo.. I met Prince Philip and Charles in 1971 at our newly opened NZ Steel Mill I was 15 and Charles asked 'How are you'...

[Brigette]

That’s a wonderful memory

[Pat Knowles]

A precious photo Issi....how exciting for your little self! How they loved the Braemar Gatherings,I expect they were at their happiest when there. The Queen will miss her man! I’m glad that there is not going to be a massive funeral....better for her & what he would have wanted.

[Helene]

awww! quel souvenir, c'est super d'avoir encore une photo de ce moment.

[judith deacon]

What a wonderful memory for you and a delightful image. What a great support he was to The Queen, he will be sorely missed.

[Pam Knowler]

Such a beautiful memory and so lovely to see the Royals in happier times. Very sad to hear the news yesterday. RIP Sir!!

[Dawn]

Such a lovely keepsake

[Monique]

Beautiful keepsake indeed

[Babs]

What a wonderful memory for you. Sad news all around the world. He will be missed so much.

[Denise Wood]

What an honour and a treasure for you Issi. It is a sad day with the passing of Prince Philip - he was a special royal. R.I.P

[Bep]

What a great memory photo.

[Merrelyn]

What a special memory.

[Kathy]

A great story with pictures, too! It seems it is a pretty typical pose. A bit sad, but full of tradition, I guess.

[LManning (Laura)]

A lovely and special memory for you.

[Sarah Bremner]

What a poignant memory right now.
Such a remarkable man and lovely that so many admirable elements of his life are being acknowledged.
A bit OTT with the repetitive coverage but .....

[Julie Duncan]

Wow!

[Kat]

Wow!

[Valerie Chesney]

A very special photo of a very special occasion ...a real treasure.

[Issi Bannerman]

@sarah19 Yes, hubby moans about the repetitive coverage! I say the same about all the rugby matches on tv at the moment ... could be the same match for all I'd know! I like the 6 Nations, but everything else in the rugby world leaves me cold.

[Christopher Cox]

Great memory

[Louise & Ken]

How marvelous that you have this personal photo to share with us foreigners who see it all from a foreigner's perspective, looking in.

[Jennie B.]

Wow, what a great photo. You must be so pleased to have it. Love the pigtails in your hair.

[Junko Y]

A story and a piece of history. My favorite photo of the two of them is when Philip dressed up and posed as a Buckingham Palace Guard and the Queen noticed as she walked by, smiling. Have you seen that photo?