Prince Edward and Sophie Visit Manchester Ahead of Queen's Funeral
Prince Edward and Sophie, the earl and countess of Wessex, were greeted by crowds during a visit to Manchester, England, on Thursday, September 15, ahead of Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral on September 19.
Local news reported the prince and his wife were scheduled to view floral tributes laid by members of the public and visit the Central Library to view the book of condolences.
Footage captured by Adam Clark shows Edward and his wife greeting crowds as some individuals offer their condolences to the prince. Credit: Adam Clark via Storyful
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PRINCE EDWARD: Thank you very much. You're very kind.
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You're very, very kind indeed. Thank you so much, everybody. Thank you. You're very kind.
- She will be missed. We loved her.
PRINCE EDWARD: --even if they didn't necessarily realize it at the time. Thank you. Thank you very much.
- Thank you so much.
- Thank you, sir.
PRINCE EDWARD: Thank you very much, you're very kind. Thank you very much, everybody. You're very kind. Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you
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PRINCE EDWARD: You're very kind.
- She will be missed.
- We loved her.
PRINCE EDWARD: --even if they didn't necessarily realize it at the time. Thank you, thank you very much. Thank you so much.
- Thank you.
- Thank you, sir.
