Nothing is left to coincidence or death in the British monarchy. After the unexpected death of Princess Diana in 1997, which surprised the entire palace, the royal family decided to prepare Individual burial protocol for each member. This is immediately activated if necessary.
According to French information, the funeral plan is now finished. The document bears the cover name “Reading Bridge”a reference to her hometown Reading and the symbolic “bridge” as a motive of continuity and heritage in the royal tradition.
Kate has planned her funeral alone
Princess Kate herself also participated in the preparation of the protocol. She decided that her coffin would be accompanied by the Irish Guard, as she acts as an honorary collector. Her last resting place will decide what title he will bear at the time of death. If she died as a princess they would bury her on Royal Cemetery in Windsor Park. If she were a queen, a farewell would be held in the prestigious Chapel of St. George.
Diana did not have a plan prepared
When Princess Diana died, the palace had no plan. They had to improvise and reach for the burial scenario for the Queen’s mother. This experience has changed forever the way the monarchy approaches to similar tragedies. Each family member today has a document that precisely determines the procedure in the event of death.
Princess Diana had no burial plan.
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Cancer also hit the royal court
The year 2024 was a difficult test for the British royal family. In March it became clear that Princess Kate was fighting cancer. During treatment she withdrew into seclusion And it showed in public in June. In July, however, she was already sitting in the auditorium during the Wimbledon final, and in the autumn it was planned to fully engage in royal duties.
King Karol III. It faces the same diagnosis
The same diagnosis was also affected by the ruler himself. In February 2024 he was with King Charles III. confirmed cancer finding. However, into a working life returned quite quicklyalready at the end of April. In June, however, he had to cancel several events. But according to the palace, his condition is already improving.
William broke the silence
“It’s one of the hardest periods of my life,” Prince William spoke about a difficult period in an interview in November 2024. The illness of his wife and father She took him certainty and strength. And although the whole world is trying to believe in a happy ending, the palace has already prepared plans for the worst possible scenarios. More photos of Princess Kate can be found in our gallery.
