Black-clad, tearful mourners have gathered at the British Consulate in Manhattan to express their condolences for the nation’s loss after the passing of Queen Elizabeth.
The beloved queen, 96, held the British monarchy for seven decades, becoming her the country’s longest-serving head of state ever.
An outpouring of mourning for the queen, who was revered by many as a loyal cornerstone of British society, has been visible in cities throughout the US.
Outside the consulate, Union Jack flags were flown as both Americans and Britons came to lay floral tributes to the Queen.
Among the mourning were Meera Ghoul and Mila, her daughter. Inside the Consulate, the New Yorker with London roots paid her respects and signed the condolence book.
As soon as the building opened at 10 am, a line of employees and well-wishers dressed in black formed to express the public’s united grief at Her Majesty’s passing.
Londoner Matthew Jones arrived to the government building early this morning after hearing the depressing news from yesterday that was aired all around the globe.
King Charles III visited Buckingham Palace in London for the first time as monarch to undertake the job he was born to do, and the United Kingdom has entered a 10-day period of mourning.
The adored British queen, who governed the United Kingdom for 70 illustrious years, was remembered on America’s front pages today as newspapers all throughout the nation paid homage to her.
As the globe awoke today to mourn the end of the second Elizabethan Era, newspapers in the US from coast to coast devoted their front pages to images and moving text about the late Queen.
President Biden issued a startling order yesterday requiring all American embassies, legations, consular offices, and other institutions overseas, including all military installations, naval vessels, and stations, to fly their flags at half-staff.
Last night, the Empire State Building sparkled in the royal hues of Her Majesty’s crown: purple and silver. Times Square in New York City had billboards honouring Britain’s cherished leader.
Her Majesty received tributes from all 50 states. Following the announcement of her failing health yesterday, Mitch McConnell gathered members of Congress from both parties in prayer.
Following her passing, the New York Yankees game and the U.S. Open match on Thursday were both suspended for a minute of silence.
In New York City yesterday evening, a sombre crowd of locals, expats, and tourists flocked to Churchill Tavern in Midtown Manhattan – and other English pubs and eateries – where tributes to the Queen included a visit from a British Bulldog, beer toasts, flowers, and a sign that read: “Long Live the Queen, Queen Elizabeth RIP.”
In addition, royal admirers sent flowers outside British embassies throughout the globe, including those in Washington, Berlin, and Oslo, as a testament to the Queen’s enormous global popularity.
The Queen had done an amazing job throughout her 70 years of reign, according to mourners who had gathered in New York City to pay some type of respect to her and to commemorate her passing. They also noted how bizarre it felt to experience such a historic loss.
British expat Scott Robertson, who owns the bar, expressed his shock at the information.
“When I heard, I did cry, since she’s the one who has been around our whole lives,” the 49-year-old remarked.
We’ve been busy, but when we heard, we did have an idea, and we’ll plan something for the burial.
We established in 2011 and picked the name Winston Churchill in honour of the leader.
The Queen and Winston were close friends. superior leaders.
We covered every significant event, including the wedding and the Jubilee.
“She opened the gardens in Stoke-on-Trent, and I have wonderful recollections of it,” I said.
We left red flowers since they are English, so we did. She loved lilies, so I wanted to acquire some but I couldn’t.
Deanna Clow, 31, a native of New York, said she had a “affinity” with the UK and wanted to commemorate the Queen’s passing among her people.
“When you’re growing up, you hear about princesses and monarchy,” she said.
Despite the fact that we don’t have a monarchy or anything like, we feel a connection to Britain.
“When Princess Diana passed away, there were mourners on the streets, and I believe she is the first British person to pass away at such a high level.”
We clearly don’t feel the same way, but it’s still terrible, and we want to do anything we can to help the British.
“She was a wonderful lady. Growing up, we did see royalty in movies, but this was real life.”
“America is grieving with the UK,”
William Hardman, a Londoner, had emotion written all over his face. The 21-year-old claimed: “I wept. I was awakened to learn that the Queen had passed away, and I believe it’s fair to say that I sobbed and was devastated when I heard.
Because they don’t have a monarchy, I believe Americans don’t really get what has occurred. This is why we went to a British pub.
“I would want Charles to be the next monarch because I appreciate the succession process.” But if you had the option, I’d choose William.
“With the exception of my grandma, no one else I know has known anything except Elizabeth.”