An Ignorant American's Guide to Royal Funerals

I just really want there to be corgis.
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**SELECTED SOURCES/ADDITIONAL READING**
"'London Bridge is down': the secret plan for the days after the Queen’s death"
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2...
"WHAT IS THE PROTOCOL IF A SENIOR MEMBER OF THE ROYAL FAMILY DIES?"
www.independent.co.uk/life-st...
"The funeral of George IV - 15 July 1830"
www.regencyhistory.net/2012/0...
"Prince Philip funeral: Plans, timings and TV coverage"
www.bbc.com/news/uk-56694327
"Prince Philip will be buried in his final resting place after the Queen dies"
www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-fam...
"Soundtracking 9/11"
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/chri...
"The Death of Queen Victoria"
www.rmg.co.uk/stories/topics/...
"Queen's undertakers have 'first call coffin'"
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/ukne...
"Prince Philip's Funeral: How to Watch It, and What to Expect"
www.marieclaire.com/celebrity...

[@ladyhaha7548]

If there's no violent corgi attack that cause city wide fire on my funeral then I'm not dying

[@jennifersaar1611]

Totally unrelated, but I read your last name as 'Sharknado' and did a double take.

[@helenl3193]

@@jennifersaar1611 me too, but only realised from your comment! 😂

[@krakenteethgaming]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@themichaelbrigden]

@@OHYS 🏳️‍🌈🇬🇧No it’s a really small town actually- you’re absolutely right. It is absolutely gorgeous though!!

[@manda4480]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Alice-fd4ln]

As a brit, roumour has it, the queen is staying alive out of spite until Charles Passes because she absolutely doesnt want him to suceed her.

[@jurgenkoks9142]

Cant she technically just decide who gets to suceed her?

[@Alice-fd4ln]

@@jurgenkoks9142 No, the line of succession is determined by birth, she can`t do much except outlive the moldy piece of toast and his crusty wife. The only other way would be for him to abdicate-which he wanted to do until like 2 years ago, when he took it back because hes a known powerhungry asshat

[@jurgenkoks9142]

@@Alice-fd4ln I guess she could have him killed :D She is pretty much above the law anyway.

[@Alice-fd4ln]

@@jurgenkoks9142 yeah, because that would work out so well

[@jurgenkoks9142]

@@Alice-fd4ln yes

[@holdensanders2858]

Please make a sequel now. It will be interesting to get your take after Queen Elizabeth's funeral.

[@elizabethjames3244]

*horrible fake British accent by American pretending I’m in the British Parliament or court room or some such* Here here! Here here!

[@mauzki-]

well she'll need to wati for the funeral to happen which won't be till monday

[@jessiebrown6084]

It would be interesting to see what goes according to plan and what changes. Princess Anne was part of the night watch which is a departure from tradition (and a good one I think), and the Queen did pass away in Scotland.

[@gabiluch87]

Yes!

[@ValiantMichael]

That is what I mentioned above in comments too.

[@Pandulse123]

Rewatching this because your video was the first thing I thought of when the queen's death was announced. I cannot believe a year and 5 months later London Bridge is actually happening.

[@heeheeriah]

same lol

[@maya_chan]

SAME!!!! I finish work and came running

[@Joser871981]

Same here. I mention to my coworkers and the call me crazy.

[@athenasheffield2836]

I follow her on Instagram and she posted something about this video, so I knew I had to come rewatch it. I'm an American, but my sister lives in London. I've always been intrigued by the Royals (I was a little girl when Prince Charles and Lady Di got married and it was the first major event I can remember seeing), but even more so after watching William and his brother walk the long torturous walk after their mother died. I love that the US has lowered their flags until after the Queen's funeral.

[@emariaenterprises]

17 months...

[@runalunar]

As a British girl I have to be honest, I don't think the Queen can die... her hoard of Corgis give her power. Edit: Well... bollocks...

[@destinycircle8192]

They're sorta like "The Picture of Dorian Gray". Or maybe familiars.

[@noahgoldsworthy1159]

You may be on to something there ;)

[@user-vu7rv1xf1l]

All her Corgis have sadly died, shes got some other dog now, think its a mix but no corgis.

[@beckysprang5517]

Like doggy Horcruxes!

[@DibIrken]

Elizabeth II, Mother of Corgis, Spectator to Horse Races

[@katherinecoppola7405]

I wanted to give a big thank you to you, my brother Logan died unexpectedly in January. He was 19, and he was the biggest fan of you. He got one of your books as a Christmas present. He told me just a little bit before he died, that dying didn't scare him, and that you helped him realize that. Out of all of this pain and grief I've been experiencing, I know that he wasn't scared, and he is at peace now. Thank you.

[@balthiersgirl2658]

I am so sorry for your loss sending love

[@fourpointthreefive]

I am so sorry for your loss 😢 but happy he could have had a more positive view on death before his time came ❤️

[@jessicasuchy7850]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@mrfish.-]

Sorry for you’re loss ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@EatCarbs]

Sorry for your loss

[@AcanthaDante]

There was one thing that I liked from Elizabeth's funeral that is worth sharing now that it has happened. The late Queen had myrtle, a symbol for a good marriage in floriography, in her wedding bouquet. After the service she took a cutting from the myrtle and grew it into a plant. The florists for her funeral then took that same plant and used some cuttings from it for her funeral flowers. Edit: BTW the reigning monarch is addressed as "Your Majesty". "Your Highness" is the address for other members of the family.

[@evanperez9976]

Anyone who watched this a year+ ago coming back because of Her Majesty’s passing? Caitlin knew what’s up!

[@stefanwild326]

do I smell a new series ... royal funerals through history ... might be fun

[@abbywilson5988]

That sounds like an excellent idea!

[@venturealanakennedy6417]

This.

[@sleepygirlzzz6547]

👍

[@rosamariamaiguataipe4386]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/houqhWurZdt6mtU

[@Kokose]

Actually I would love that, especially about Egyptian Kings

[@feeverteanglaise]

As a Brit, I mostly want her to live to 100 so she has to send herself a telegram.

[@lilithlaney1759]

My 3-times great grandmother purposefully lived to 100 just to get her letter from the president (didn't know other countries besides the US did this before this comment surprisingly). She was up and dancing on her 100th birthday. Then she got her letter and 3 days later said she was ready to go and passed peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her kids. She was an awesome woman who they had to literally wrangle her drivers license from at age 90 because she could still technically drive legally but they didn't want her to keep leaving the nursing home whenever she pleased, I hope to someday be half as bad a bitch as she was 😂😂😂

[@litterpicker1431]

@theinquisitiveowl I hate to break it to you, but nobody has sent a telegram in the UK since 1982. Perhaps the Queen might send herself a congratulatory card.

[@AuntieWelly]

She doesn't have to anyway. She can apply for herself to send herself a card though.

[@keithrudd8003]

You only get a card (now, not a telegram) if you apply for one to be sent ..

[@SpaceJesus2098]

Imagine if Phillip lived to 100 and she just gave him a letter over breakfast.

[@jouhanneus]

Corgis confirmed, Caitlin. They are outside at Windsor Castle, honoring the Queen.

[@JonManProductions]

And on this day September 8th, 2022, Queen Elizabeth has passed away... and in lieu of not being able to comprehend this currently, I go back and watch this video.

[@wanderinghistorian]

Caitlin: "The queen is 94...almost 95. What happens when she dies?" The British: "How bold of you to assume we will allow our queen to expire."

[@ajpm8133]

Betty White vs. The Queen

[@clray123]

Tbh with today's technology she could be made to appear forever (just make an accurate AI avatar or animatronic puppet for when she has to appear "in person"). It's not like she has to decide anything herself.

[@lazyhomebody1356]

@@ajpm8133 LOL

[@amy-louisevincent2703]

Ngl we are kinda like this 😆 a lot of us believe she will at least make it to 100 so she can give herself alittle prize or letter like she does with anyone else that reaches 100. Plus we defo believe she’ll try to out live Charles

[@freddie488]

She ain't gonna last the year! She's been in love with Phillip since she was 13 years old. Theirs was a marriage of love not of convenience.

[@goodlookingcorpse]

I don't care what they do for my funeral, as long as my grave has a motion-activated sensor which sets off a recording of my voice saying "WHO DARES DISTURB MY SLUMBER?"

[@StellaMayfair7]

I like you, James.

[@itwasagoodideaatthetime7980]

I want one that has me yelling "GET OFF MY LAWN!" 🤣

[@GiftSparks]

That was brilliant!

[@FormerGovernmentHuman]

Watch the video of the old irish guy playing a tape from his coffin. It is fucking beautiful, a fantastic last gift for his family. “Oi let me out its fookin dark in here”

[@FormerGovernmentHuman]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHa7enikmtR0aJI

[@shadowgirl221]

The news just broke and I'm now immediately sending this to all my friends. This is gonna be WILD

[@austinghost1458]

Caitlyn got the location and possible cause of death correct.

[@lovesickkatie]

Rewatching this the day Her Majesty passed. Want to see how the plans have changed- specifically if they include the corgis in the procession lol

[@valval6468]

Corgis were waiting for her at Westminster Abbey 😍

[@CaptainDominic]

they did. they were present at windsor castle as the queen entered in the the state herse

[@wcfheadshots240]

@@CaptainDominic - Yep. By the entrance to the Queen's residence. That's where. I lost it.

[@HighwayHorse]

“Please God not on my shift” is a headline that sums up my entire working life...

[@meganbrochu2535]

As a nurse: SAME.

[@jennrocchi6385]

Another nurse in total agreement!

[@cdc194]

Wow it sure is quiet right n*SMACK*

[@daniellegerber3908]

So a nurse, huh? Ah the good ol days.

[@bunnymomjulie6719]

...said every nurse EVER! Of course what happens my very first night as shift leader???

[@nooneinparticular8996]

i’ve been on the internet for too long when Caitlin said “when queen elizabeth dies” my brain just went “but she’s not gonna”

[@rainb214]

One day Betty White will step out from the shadows with a long sword as the Highlander theme swells

[@gracehaven5459]

Ikr she's outlived the majority of her citizens *and everyone elses

[@gracehaven5459]

@Taylor Swiftie probably should have put this in your own comment it's not really relevant to this particular commenter they didn't make the video lmao. And if you're a viewer of this channel you would know that the videos aren't really about criticing the person who died that we are talking about more on the concept and practice of the death itself. She's covered dictators and necrophiles deaths before it doesn't mean it's an endorsement lmao!

[@NexusAkayuki]

"when" lol yeah we all know we mean "IF"

[@susansprague7304]

@@gracehaven5459 Very well said!

[@piccolofan24]

Queen Elizabeth passed away today. I immediately remembered this video and had to revisit it. Rest In Peace. 👑 🇬🇧

[@Amanda-zn7ox]

And here we are, nearly a year and a half later, and the Queen has died. Looking forward to Caitlyn's video on that, if she decides to make one. And we'll see if there's chaos due to corgis.

[@Castycast]

Prince Phillip is indeed getting an eco friendly casket, according to the current coverage.

[@Farceknight]

Extremely awesome to see.

[@lady_sir_knight3713]

Hope it sets a trend

[@rebeccafoster8765]

Yes, you're correct! Which is what he wanted.

[@rosiec1974]

Well kind of.. Its a wool coffin yes... that is then inside a LEAD LINED OAK coffin (As a member of the royal family and because he will be moved at a later date)

[@rickharriss]

It was a coffin.

[@dshe8637]

My lovely dad died unexpectedly on the same day as the Queen Mother's funeral in 2002. He died in his sleep. We joked that he couldn't face hearing all the fuss and nonsense that people were making about the royal funeral, so decided not to wake up that morning.

[@miserablepumpkin9453]

That made me laugh.

[@forkingsandkeys]

Love that he must have had a great sense of humor for you all to make that joke. Rest In Peace D She’s dad!!

[@zeusathena26]

Sorry for your loss, that's something my dad would've said, & done!

[@dshe8637]

@@zeusathena26 Yes, he was such an anti-monarchist! Your comment startled me a bit, because my lovely mum died a few weeks ago and I thought it was about that at first. Must admit, it was around the time that the Queen was declared to be positive for Covid and it did cross my mind that mum was dodging another royal funeral! Ah, grief hurts so, so much; we need to be able to have a giggle too 😊

[@zeusathena26]

@@dshe8637 I'm so sorry about your mum! I understand I've lost both of my parents too. My father was just a no fuss person. He hated all the funeral rules, & expectations. He said just plant me in the yard, or cremate me on the BBQ pit😁. Yes, we all need a laugh once in awhile! Stay strong.

[@annaolson4828]

I'm rewatching this in the immediate wake of the death of Queen Elizabeth, more than a year after her husband's passing.

[@gemamatchim7226]

They did this with the queen too. The put out a statement this morning she was under a medical supervision because they were concerned for her health, then after dinner they announced she passed (my home time not UK time)

[@robinbowman6991]

The queen is going to outlive Charles purely out of spite, it's the only thing keeping her alive right now.

[@Solo-vh9fm]

I think people need to just let the triangle go. It’s not like either Charles or Diana entered the marriage out of love. Compared to his brother, Charles hasn’t really done anything wrong.

[@almamater489]

@@Solo-vh9fm It did not excuse how he treated her. There are plenty of peoplin arranged marriages even today and they can treat each other with respect

[@WhaleManMan]

@@almamater489 People legit act like Charles was abusive because of that one interview clip.

[@julecaesara482]

That would be the most Elisabeth thing ever!

[@Solo-vh9fm]

@@almamater489 how did he treat her though. They both had interests in other people. I like Diana as much as the people who dislike Charles do, but it’s been 25 years since they divorced and their marriage was 15 years. If liking Camilla was the only things people can criticize Charles, he obviously isn’t the bad person people want him to be.

[@johnopalko5223]

I didn't know he had died. Of course, I haven't been paying much attention to the news lately because my ex-wife passed away suddenly the day before and I've been a little distracted with making arrangements, notifying people, getting probate started, etc. She was also a fan of this channel and she decided that she wanted to be an organ and tissue donor followed by a simple direct cremation with no viewing. I found a wonderful funeral director who listened to me, respected our wishes, and didn't try to sell me any extras. So, thanks, Caitlin, for making us aware of what our options are and where we could just say, "No."

[@rrrosecarbinela]

Condolences.

[@rondanakamura2655]

I'm sorry for your loss, John, but I'm so glad your wife (and presumably you) was proactive in making decisions about her passing. I hope more people save their family difficulties by just choosing options for themselves. A friend's father said it well, "Honey, I don't want you to have to do anything but grieve."

[@m.vorburdwood.8354]

Condolences. Am so sorry. Take care, and strength thru the next time.

[@johnopalko5223]

Thank you all for the thoughts and condolences. As toxic as social media can be, this KZbin channel has always been a welcome oasis of decency and compassion. We had exchanged texts about an hour before she died. The last thing we said to each other was, "See you tomorrow." Crap!

[@angelinasecatero7507]

Sorry for your loss. Us fellow deathlings shall be here when you need.

[@tammiconnolly2137]

You said there would be a short illness! There was no illness! They only gave us a few hours to prepare. I'm not ready for London Bridge to be down.

[@emilywatters3629]

Queen’s death was just announced 40 mins ago, I and remembered this video and immediately came back to rewatch it

[@Maggie.R13]

Just watched the ceremony and I gotta say that seeing the queen at her 94 years of age, walking alone into the chapel, sitting alone away from her loved ones and then exit and getting into a car also alone and wiping her tears after saying goodbye to her lifetime companion, puts into perspective that royal life, as fancy as it may be, it's a very solitary life.

[@Maggie.R13]

@thefeathered amigos I just caught the live stream of the BBC on KZbin. I'm sure they'll upload it soon, maybe tomorrow

[@nick63837]

Indeed.It seems you are restricted in your humanity!!!Must so horrid!!

[@suefuller3111]

Her lady-in-waiting was with the Queen in the car, but yeah, in the chapel it was heartbreaking to see her so alone. Being monarch is a lonely life, and Prince Phillip really was a good helpmate and partner for her. I can't imagine having someone who has been such a big part of my life for so long suddenly be gone.

[@suemount6042]

Know what you mean, whats that saying a gilded cage may look appealing but it’s still a cage. She looked so tiny and alone

[@Edgeworthscravat]

It broke my heart to see her alone, weeping like that. My husband even started crying.

[@naomibousson]

The mental image of a gang of corgis ruining the serenity of a state funeral made me laugh out loud. I have two myself and can confirm that the little bastards are absolutely capable of doing that.

[@Hessed3712]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lyndsaybrown8471]

The everywhere. Much impressive hearding to be had.

[@scruffy281]

😂😂😂😂

[@mariepollard8734]

The only good thing about the royals is I ( MIGHT) get a day off work (I work in retail, it NEVER closes) when any queen or king dies

[@cdd4248]

Hahahaha! FYI- I HEART Corgis!

[@8BitDeadlift]

This is the most in-depth description of operation London bridge I've seen. It's very useful to come back to this in light of today's events.

[@Dmasta48ls]

Anyone else coming back to this video after the queens death?

[@myettechase]

*Caitlyn:* The media does not show the faces of the mourning royals. *The Daily Mail:* its free real estate

[@angienuthead]

This had me. Its so true #class

[@DembaiVT]

I can't imagine how they're going to actually stop the daily mail from doing whatever they can to break that rule.

[@amybrown8528]

Not British, but it's always been my thought that both Queen Elizabeth and Betty White are immortal beings whom will outlive all of us.

[@pfadiva]

One can only hope...

[@ravenestrella2310]

You say that, and it suddenly gave me the most absurd image of the two of them standing on a lone mountain in the wilderness. Lightening flashes, and you hear a booming voice sound from the heavens, proclaiming, “There can be only one!” And then, next thing you know, they both brandish swords, and start duking it out, Highlander style!

[@MissAJ-here]

@@ravenestrella2310 love it 😂

[@ravenestrella2310]

@@MissAJ-here Lol, Thanks! Honestly, I think I’ll almost be more surprised if that doesn’t happen, than if it does! 🤣

[@TarynToday]

@@ravenestrella2310 You made my night, as a Highlander fan lol

[@alexonmymind4925]

As you are probably aware the queen has just died and we now have to see how real this prediction of what happens when the queen would die. We the UK mourn for the loss of our noble queen.

[@rosee7011]

In the U.S. too

[@annegallagher4005]

I'm watching this on D1.... Sept 8 was her passing, thank you Caitlyn for this in depth explanation!

[@sophiaruizuvalle2523]

We need an Iconic Corpse about MARIE CURIE AND HER RADIOACTIVE CORPSE

[@themurdernerd]

Yes please

[@Hollyberrystreats]

Still glowing in the ground somewhere?

[@sarahmajor5945]

Yes, yes, with some background on all the really horrid products that came out of that period. Radithor!

[@5owlsinacoat]

@@Hollyberrystreats Yeah at one point, but they dug her up 60 years later and interred her in the pantheon in Paris. In a lead lined coffin, to be exact.

[@natalia_bom]

YEESSS

[@muffins6270]

I’m commenting to the void here but. My dog passed away in my arms this morning. Your content is beyond comforting. Thank you and your team for the work you all produce.

[@michelleross9782]

I'm so very sorry for your loss muffins6270 I lost my 18 year old cat a few years ago & I thought it would kill me. Losing fur babies can be as (or even more) devastating than losing our human relatives. University of Tennessee's Veterinarian School has a Pet Grief Hotline [phone]. Many SPCA/ASPCA centers have support group for pet loss also. I pray you feel peace & comfort as you learn how to live without your sweet puppy in your life.

[@tomthespaceknerd5396]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Dog's lives are short but they burn brightly, and bring joy to those around them. I hope you have people to support and comfort you at this sad time.

[@angelaburrow8114]

Muffins6270, I'm so very sorry. It hurts like heck, doesn't it? I've experienced that with my beloved cats too. Just hang in there, the pain lessens eventually. You'll never stop loving your dog but there'll come a time when you can remember the things you did together without crying. *Hugs*

[@kimmessinger4343]

So sorry. Losing my first dog 5 years ago was the hardest thing. Even more than my parents. One day the memories will soften. Let yourself grieve.

[@Edgeworthscravat]

I'm so sorry for your loss. May their memory be a blessing

[@yacaattwood2421]

This was the first video I thought of when the news of Queen Elizabeth’s death was announced today, 8 September 2022. She was the only English Queen during all of my 64 years. Rest In Peace, Elizabeth II

[@lemonadecupcakes]

You know, I saw Charles' speech. He broke my heart with his bloodshot eyes. I had to turn it. It's hard to lose a parent. I also want an army of Corgis to be comic relief.

[@gearsandscalpels376]

Hello from the UK! I was in a shopping centre today and had completely forgotten what was going on today. At 3pm precisely they announced that there was to be a minutes silence and I was amazed how seriously everyone took it. Everyone put their baskets down and stood perfectly still in silence, even the busker outside stopped playing. The immediate reanimation when the minute was up was hilarious, as if nothing had happened.

[@ianmacfarlane1241]

Nothing stopped in my house.

[@potatofuryy]

@@ianmacfarlane1241 ok?

[@beastofbussycreek]

Are y'all in a cult

[@pamwatson5905]

Of course we stopped for 1 minute. We were showing respect. We don't expect people from outside the UK to understand it but it's connected to our traditions and national identity.

[@jacksmumma]

@@beastofbussycreek No. Its called respect

[@danb4282]

As a Brit, public sentiment towards Charles is pretty much unwilling acceptance. There’s admittedly a certain gleeful hope that the queen will outlive him though.

[@flimsyenthusiasm5769]

If she does outlive him how will the line of succession go? Cause in the past we’ve seen it past to the oldest male cousin. Not in British royalty obviously.

[@danb4282]

FlimsyEnthusiasm I don’t actually know but I strongly suspect the succession would just be passed onto William

[@angelarochester116]

The Duke of Cambridge, Charles’ elder son, will take the throne.

[@baronvonjo1929]

What he do for the public disappointment o:

[@DeeMetria]

@@baronvonjo1929 Well, speaking as an ungrateful traitor, I've actually discussed this with some Brits both while physically over there and online, and largely? Camilla's what he did. Not only the HUGE scandal he caused the Royal Family (And the country as a whole, really), but also there isn't much fondness for Camilla on a personal level. People just don't like her. And they REALLY don't like the concept of her as either the Queen or the King's Consort.

[@ClaytonGoldhawk]

9:07 for a quick refresher if your back here because london bridge is down now.

[@emmemmm4238]

Thank you

[@marianecarri1493]

Who else back here for Queen Elizabeth ?

[@marialauraverso]

death mom you could do a "royal funeral" series explaning different royal funerals around the world

[@coweatsman]

Philip's mother, Princess Alice, would be one such suggestion for a royal iconic corpse. An interesting life, spending her last years as an acetic living in a palace (contradiction of terms) and dressed like a nun who was finally buried in Jerusalem. .

[@jennrocchi6385]

Ooooh that would be so interesting! Great suggestion, I hooe she does this!!

[@judith7305]

Yes please!

[@daydreameraj9777]

Great idea! 👍🏼

[@francinesmith1889]

“Death Mom” dude I like that lol

[@nadiabaldini4600]

I think the queen is waiting for Charles to die as to ensure he'll never be king.

[@37shaula]

Ouch

[@jaybee9269]

Relatable.

[@terrydigenti8756]

Eeeeeeek!

[@lotharbeck71]

I’ve been saying for years that she will outlive Charles. I still think she will.

[@Lex60]

Welp... Charles is overall not well-liked. And has so bad luck that the last will of the Queen will take away powers from the monarchy so it will become just a nice cute little thing for tourists and fans to follow. Something similar to Japan's Royal family: They are still there, are respected, and serves as moral support for the people... but they are powerless and the country don't spend lots of money on them.

[@HeyLetsTalkAboutIt]

London Bridge is down. Rest In Peace Queen Elizabeth. 😢

[@missyrivas8623]

anyone back here for a refresher?

[@candy8192]

"The queen's coffin nearly gets shot out of the cart to slide down the hill"---Caitlin trying not to laugh. I absolutely love her.

[@andrewmarcussierant1310]

Great for you to say. Try 73+ years! Go and get real!

[@futurebillionaire92]

It's very clearly difficult to carry a coffin up a large staircase as well. There was an officer delegated to walk behind the coffin up the steps with a hand on it to prevent it sliding backwards off the shoulders of the bearers.

[@andrewmarcussierant1310]

@@Jason-qc4ty Some people are very sad. Possibly because they cannot relate to any ancestry. Certainly not any ancestry that would be proud to relate to them. Generally, they are soon to be extinct One has to ask what contribution has Mr Jason made to his fellow human?

[@andrewmarcussierant1310]

Queen ??????. The last Queen to have died was Victoria - I think perhaps someone needs a refresher on uk history.

[@andrewmarcussierant1310]

The coffin I think you will find was that of a King! Intelligence is clearly in short supply! The rules were changed after that. That is called 'progression'

[@laceneil4570]

Here from England: Our Queen is immortal. She will live forever, due to her corgi familiars.

[@fancynecromancy]

The content we deserve

[@cdc194]

God save the queen (at least until Charles buys the farm).

[@amandamccallum6796]

The corgi's keep her young forever.

[@ouhhoh]

not if I have anything to do with it

[@lelerenay4444]

Unfortunately she's John Mulaney's next target

[@tirebiter1680]

The Queen Has passed today 9/8/22 at about 6pm GMT. At Balmoral. Accompanied by her family. Operation London Bridge has begun. Elizabeth II has set the record for longest reigning monarch. I bet this record will NEVER be broken. Yes, the CEO of the commonwealth is now Charles the third.

[@Celisar1]

She is the second longest reigning monarch. In first place is Louis XIV with 72 years on the throne.

[@tirebiter1680]

Oh Yeah. King Louis was made King when he was a baby.

[@tirebiter1680]

King Louis XIV should have moved to England. "Being King is not something you should lose your head over!"

[@DesolatedChild018]

To be fair, it’s a thought match to go against. Can’t outshine the Sun after all. Ol’ Lizzie had as good of a run anyone can get. I don’t think even her grandson will last as long when his time comes. Maybe by the time of her great-grandson, medicine will be so advanced that he might beat her. There is the possibility of Charles managing to do it out of the sheer power of failson spite - who knows.

[@ali6418]

London Bridge is Down.

[@FreezeDriedGirolles]

As far as I can tell (UK native), the royal family are kind of like a massive grandfather clock sitting in your lounge; grandma really likes it and gets annoyed when people make fun of it, mum hates the bloody thing, and the kids don't really care one way or another.

[@MistressOZ]

Wonderful analogy

[@RealElongatedMuskrat]

Ahhh that puts it perfectly

[@luneymac8405]

Thats the best description I have read regarding my own familys attitude. My mums family are English. My Dads Irish. And i grew up in both countries, see both points of view and amd on the whole indifferent to them. Well, in so far as one can be indifferent to a family who live a life one can only dream of by living on state handouts. The Royal Family are basically Aristocratic Chavs.

[@jessweaver5713]

This is brilliant

[@ewolffe8355]

This, so much this. UKer here and I think the fact that 110, 000 people complained to the BBC that a program reporting the Prince's death added to the TV schedule meant a cooking program was cancelled says it all. Some people care, but most of the people I know of a wide age range just dont care.

[@OnlyAtAGlance]

“I hope he likes his inlaws!” you say, as if he isn’t directly related to them

[@thatjillgirl]

Not super closely, and not to Elizabeth's mother.

[@foryouiridmyselfofevil]

right, they’re literally cousins 😂

[@intorainbowzOG]

@@thatjillgirl I believe Philip and Margaret got along. Philip and Elizabeth the mother? NO.

[@wildflower1397]

How inappropriate to bring that up! Also... lmao! 😂😂

[@meeeka]

not related to his bête noire, the old queen mother she hated him because she thought he was german; she used o call him "The HUN" and his mother,the Princess Alice, grand daughter of Q.Victoria and was born in Windsor Palace with the old Queen present (can one get any more officially British than that?) used to call her a "Hun Nun." so glad the QEII takes after her dad, the King.

[@logancomics]

Who’s here after the passing of Queen Elizabeth

[@steven-uni-verse]

I’m happy I’m not the only one that here after the queen has passed-….My condolences to the family.

[@valcobian6633]

"Release the hounds!" Gates open and a sea of chaotic corgis run through the bridge dragging the casket/coffin.

[@jeffsyvertsen]

"Sea of Chaotic Corgis" would be an awesome band name.

[@kristian4527]

Who let the dogs out?

[@anonymousperson1987]

your pfp makes this better

[@ravenestrella2310]

Okay, not British myself, but I have to take a moment to say that the fact that there is a cemetery dedicated to the royal pets is so incredibly, perfectly sweet!

[@carlabarrick8538]

I thought the same ❤

[@ravenestrella2310]

@@sed6657 I’m a Mestizo woman, myself-a direct descendant of those who went through the very hardships you’re describing in my mother’s side, and a direct descendent of the British on my father’s side. First, we’re talking about England. What indigenous people of color are you talking about who had their land stolen from them? That happened here, certainly, but over in England the people have always been white, and many were, in fact, the very colonists who came over here to take land from the people of color here. With all due respect, I think you have your history somewhat confused. Secondly, even if you don’t, I, myself, am going to step forward and say that, as experience has shown me after having seen a fair deal of racism thrown directly at me in my lifetime, when it comes to healing the very wrongs you’re mentioning, there’s a time for fighting back against such wrongs for the sake of healing, and then there comes a time on which showing respect and love to the very people you are seeking healing with becomes the most healing thing one can do for one’s people. When it comes to me and my people, I personally would say that this is certainly a time when the latter of the two is what is, by far, the most important. Taking the attitude you would prefer to take does nothing more than further open a wound that needs to heal, by continuing to dwell upon a time that seeks healing. The mindset you propose only makes the wounds all the greater. What’s more, we allow our hatred and anger to make us bitter, and in so doing, we destroy the best of all that we are. No other mindset could possibly do my ancestors a greater disservice. Through joining with England and wishing them the best during this time when such great healing is needed, we come together in love and greater unity with the very ones we seek healing from, by being that source of healing ourselves through our actions. That is how the wrongs done are healed, not through the anger and bitterness you’re proposing! So, please! I know you mean well, but what you are stating does nothing but further damage to us, the very people you’re wanting to help. Now is not the time for such anger. I for one continue to wish England love , and pray that they find healing during a time of such great national mourning.

[@SupportMensMentalHealth]

@@sed6657 so like the French, Spanish and Portuguese then who also travelled the world conquering the indigenous people. It wasnt just the British so wind your neck in. I'm not saying wrongs weren't done and there was some things done the country is ashamed of but ffs the britsh didnt ruin the whole world alone

[@SupportMensMentalHealth]

@@ravenestrella2310 I really respect you 💙

[@ravenestrella2310]

@@SupportMensMentalHealth Aw, thanks! That really means a lot! It’s just the truth, really. The Brits didn’t hurt us, so I’m not referring to them when I say that you let the very ones that have hurt you make you angry and bitter, and then not only have they won, but you’ve literally handed them your power by choosing to allow yourself to be emotionally and spiritually destroyed by it all. That seems pretty self-defeating to me, and not at all in keeping with what my ancestors would want for me, or what would best honor them. And, it sure as hell does nothing to make this world better! Thanks for chiming in and speaking out yourself! It’s appreciated! ❤️

[@MsMarplekedvencei]

Well, actually, THIS video was my first thought right after I got to know that QE II passed away today.

[@VideoGameGirlExpert]

Rewatching this after the news today. From California but, Still processing the Queens death… Rest In Peace to Queen Elizabeth II.

[@CindyLooWhovian]

"British people, do you ... are you excited for Charles to be king" Immediately rushes to the comments to see what British followers say.

[@kenetrice]

lol same. I'm American so can't say I have an inside view, but I certainly wouldn't picture them to be excited for Charles to be queen. I would imagine they'd be much more excited for Prince William to be king. Eta: I didnt realize I'd typed Charles to be "queen" by mistake but now Im going to leave it because a) it's hilarious and b) most of the replies wont make sense if I edit it out. 😂

[@manic3189]

@@kenetrice as an American I don't see many people even talking about Charles at all except for people saying he looks lost lmao, but the people ive talked to don't like William at all.

[@Sammit00]

British follower here: most of us feel pretty ambivalent towards the royal family, but the Queen has been mostly inoffensive by their standards, so we’re not looking forward to seeing how he’d handle it. We’re also a very sullen and hostile people by nature, so we’re probably going to mock him ruthlessly. This will be a bonding experience for the country, since mocking someone together is the main way we show affection I’m Anglican (the most common denomination of christianity in the UK), and the Queen is technically the head of the church. That mostly just means church services sometimes involve a carefully *apolitical* ‘praying for the government’ section, but it would also mean that on the queen’s death, Prince Charles would become (in name only - our monarchs don’t actually do anything) the highest authority in my religion. Not thrilled about that, but at least this version of Christianity isn’t evangelical and no one says anything if you wear a pride flag bowtie to church. Finally, most of the country were born after the queen was crowned, meaning that the idea of a king sounds Weird and Wrong and We Don’t Like It

[@kenetrice]

@@Sammit00 thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@irbigmouth]

Brit perspective: I don't think many of us really care that much. I can't speak for everyone of course, but most of the people I know like having the Queen, because she's kind of a boss, but the rest of the royals we're just totally neutral toward. Most of them are just bland, uninspiring and sort of useful for tourism and PR, but that's about it. Like I don't think they would ditch having a monarch after the Queen carks it, but I'm sure a lot of us wouldn't really care if they did.

[@usagi18]

I can't imagine the confusion if something happens to the London Bridge while the Queen is still alive

[@bloodraven1437]

Lmao, nice 😂

[@ttintagel]

I was thinking the same thing! You would think they'd choose code names less likely to be misconstrued.

[@usagi18]

@@ttintagel that would be hilarious (if nobody gets hurt, of course)

[@Bellenickna]

Lmao. Hope no radicals get any ideas now. Plus the nursery ryhme london bridge is falling down keeps playing over in my head. Could u imagine if someone phones in a prank to downing street.

[@Bellenickna]

But im sure this was being used as an example. Im sure its miss money penny. Lol

[@TomTubesYou]

This video gonna be doing NUMBERS today

[@hhartley1399]

Updated from the original now it's not so fresh, as there was a lot of us all to take in: From a British person's perspective (assuming and hoping you do an updated video on this!) I'd really like you to know these things some people overseas may not know: They announced her illness at around 12:30 on the 8th September, that's when we all speculated that she wasn't gonna be here for much longer. Even more so with her final pictures when she met our new prime minister not 48 hours earlier. The news drip fed how the royals were rushing out to Balmoral to be with her- later revealed how it was only Charles and Anne with her and Harry didn't even make it before the news report. On that note, Princess Anne has been absolutely outstanding during these previous days and she has also made history being the first Princess and standing vigil for her dear mama. They also cancelled big sporting events, such as horse races and football before her death was even announced. I know people who work at the races, which is how I know that information. Then, at exactly 6:30pm, it was announced on a breaking news broadcast. She had actually died earlier in the day, but at 6:30pm people are expected to be at home watching the BBC News at 6 so it reached the maximum number of people live. I can't speak for other broadcasting systems as I was already watching the BBC. Stock markets did indeed close, and it was announced as a national bank holiday so some people did get it off work depending on their jobs/contracts. I really hope you talk about the queue for when she was lying in state, it was absolutely insane. And the 'scandals' of celebrities jumping in quicker (yes Holly Willoughby and Philip Schofield) vs celebs who queued with the rest of the people (David Beckham and Teresa May)- also there were official queue wristbands?! What a surreal experience. As far as the procession, the news coverage ran from 6:30am-7pm on most channels and there were corgis and her beloved horse Emma (Fell Pony- I only mention that as one news reporter said the wrong breed on air (mistakes happen!) but the queen was known for her love of Fells, I'm also an equestrian) included- which certainly broke my heart. It certainly was a monumental part of history, and Liz was the nation's grandmother. I think every single British person can say where they were when it was announced, personally I had just pulled up on my drive listening to BBC new live. A bright rainbow took up majority of the sky and I don't think that was a coincidence. My mother was actually due to see a play at the theatre and had spent the day travelling around Liverpool, so she had not been seeing the news reports about Her Majesty's health. The show was supposed to start at 7pm, doors opened at 6:30pm so they all missed the offical announcement. She said they were waiting until almost 7:30pm before the lights dimmed, and a voice came over to announce her passing. They said that the show will go on in honour of our late Queen and asked the audience to stand while they played God Save The Queen one last time. She was always one who said she had to be seen to be believed and the rainbows that appeared all over the country on the 8th was a sight to behold. RIP Queen Elizabeth II 💕

[@sarahfullick9331]

From an ignorant Canadian (was dealing with M.H. issues during this timeframe) thank you for your perspective/experience/update AND for including the comment about Her corgis and Horse being included in the procession 🥰

[@hhartley1399]

@@sarahfullick9331 not ignorant at all! I was just really hoping to get some minor details across that may have been missed amoung the larger stuff which would have been the focus to cover overseas (I imagine anyway! I'm sure it was only the UK that shut down every TV channel on the day of the funeral) I'm glad you could see some insight to what it was like for us over here during this huge moment of history & I hope your MH issues are better! 💕

[@dontworrydehappy7104]

Very well written and thank you for letting us know. I do recall hearing of the happenings of Elizabeth's funeral, but unfortunately was mourning some of my own family. My condolences and prayers for our dear friends "across the pond". I'm thankful to be educated on these things to give proper respect to Her Majesty. Even as an American, I can tell you that I, too, remember where I was when such delights as Charles and Diana's wedding occurred (mom & I were so excited we stayed up all night to watch because we were afraid we wouldn't wake up in time!) And such tragedies as Diana's death (was standing in my living room, stunned and greatly saddened after the news came on). RIP Queen Elizabeth II. We are sad at your passing and will always remember you fondly. ❤️ Thanks again, friend! Blessings to you! :)

[@SiameseMum]

As an equestrian Emma got me I was bawling n I'm an American. 🐎

[@MichaelLovely-mr6oh]

I have watched a few of the Christmas addresses by Queen Elizabeth II and in all honesty I felt like I was receiving a heart to heart from my own grandma; knowing that whatever problems I have in life she could make right. Generally speaking people viewed Queen Elizabeth as the global grandma.

[@RRyleM]

Despite being born and living in Canada, it took me a while to register that the flag in front of my workplace was at half mast because of Prince Philip’s death

[@teaburg]

My local post office didn't read the notice from the federal government, so, the flag flew high through last weekend. Ooopsie.

[@montyollie]

Hahaha me too. I’m canadian and it’s half mast everywhere and has been all week. At work, our transgender day of visibility flew for less than24 hours

[@ianmacfarlane1241]

That's quite depressing - I wonder who the sycophant who ordered it lowered was.

[@angiekalas-caldwell8825]

Every flag is flying high here in Quebec

[@ianmacfarlane1241]

@@angiekalas-caldwell8825 No fireworks?

[@Edgeworthscravat]

Interesting fact time: My great grandfather stood watch over the body of King George V. He said that the scent of decay was so overwhelming men were passing out.

[@sarahjohn1484]

I was wondering why in only 20 minute intervals. That answers my question!

[@deekrebs7144]

I thought that's why they were lead-lined, so they could be sealed by melting the l lead edges??

[@giuliacecconi8812]

@@deekrebs7144 the lead lined caskets are made to go in mausoleums, out of the earth, so the corpse can undergo a process of self-mummification called "corification" i think.

[@hopegold883]

I mean, felt weird hitting “like”, but thanks for sharing your personal connection to history!

[@savanaerie]

@@giuliacecconi8812 Ummm...I read that as corgi-fication the 1st time. Interesting info, tho. 👌

[@musicalmagpie741]

As a Brit, I was so grateful to you for covering this at the time of The Duke of Edinburgh and that you brought to light the fact that The Royal family are extremely environmentally aware. How strange it is to return to this video now. The Queen has only just left Scotland on her final journey to London. The cameras have very much been on the faces of the Royals as they stood vigil in St. Giles Cathedral. It’s already been incredibly eventful, emotional, confusing, disorienting and we can’t make a just summary of the new situation until the calm after the seven days of mourning proceeding the Queen’s funeral. So far, King Charles has stepped up but Princess Anne has been the “star of the show”. She was with the Queen when she died and hasn’t left her side since. Were things different and we knew Anne was effectively acting as “Queen Consort” beside King Charles other than Camila, there might be more of a feeling of security around the monarchy. Anne is the most intelligent of her siblings and gets the job done with little fuss. However, King Charles has worked nonstop from the second he inherited the throne and has been met warmly so far. But we are seeing a son mourning his mother at the moment, so we must give him time. Thank you again. God Bless Elizabeth II. God Save The King!

[@alicelanshear8608]

I’m back here on the day the Queen has died as a refresher on what is going to happen in the next few days I love your videos and have even committed to aquamation after death

[@samgriffithstopford3350]

I’m a Londoner, and the general consensus is that people tend to be ambivalent towards Charles, people tend to prefer William and want him to directly ascend to the throne rather than Charles, people are also intrigued and watch the royals closely whenever someone from the family dies. People either love them or are ambivalent and don’t really care. We respect them but also accept that they don’t really have any power.

[@catercoz2491]

Are they good for tourism though?

[@cayceh]

I'm a Londoner and I think they can all go into the sea. Even Philip. He was a racist ass.

[@Lyndiloo]

@@catercoz2491 Of course they are. Royal-related tourism pumps like, 1.5 billion into the economy every year. On a year where Something Big happens where international crowds can line the streets, you can add another half billion at least.

[@Birdnerd1968]

As an American (US), I'm curious about how people felt towards Charles during the Diana break-up and then when he married Camila and then as time went on after the marriage. I think my personal feelings were that he was an ass, then it was clear that Camila was his true love and I felt my feelings soften towards him. So overall I'm more positive about him than 25 years ago. Of course I was sooo much younger then too (sigh), so I wasn't really clear on what the truth was about their relationship. I had just heard things like him being dismissive of Harry at birth since he's a ginger, and that made me angry towards him.

[@melo6668]

@@catercoz2491 Buckingham Palace is normally quite busy, and if a Royal is visiting a town, there's normally a good local turnout. But I can't see how they are particularly good for tourism, unless we allowed people to view them, zoo style. Our history is amazing though, along with our landscapes and customs, so come on over, but leave any Covid variants at home please, we have enough of our own. :-)

[@KorKhan89]

Talking about disastrous royal funerals, you should do a video on the funeral of William the Conqueror! Two words: Exploding. Corpse.

[@sennaka]

I was actually surprised she didn't start with this one in the 'royal funerals gone wrong' - I thought instantly of this moment in history.

[@lazyhomebody1356]

I'm a descendent of his, but hadn't heard of it!

[@StellaMayfair7]

Wait, WHAT?!! {pointing} To Google!!

[@cindylou6084]

How??!!😱😱😱

[@StellaMayfair7]

@@cindylou6084 I got you, fam: Apparently his internal organs were badly bruised when after collapsing in the heat of the battlefield, he was thrown onto the back of a horse, and the hard saddle pommels were rammed into his gut. He eventually, yanno, died. Then, this is what I got from the Historic UK website: "To begin with, the room in which his body lay was almost immediately looted. The king’s body was left lying naked on the floor, while those who had attended his death scuttled off clutching anything and everything. Eventually a passing knight appears to have taken pity on the king and arranged for the body to be embalmed - sort of - followed by its removal to Caen for burial. By this time the body was probably already a little ripe, to say the least. When the monks came to meet the corpse, in a spooky re-run of William’s coronation, fire broke out in the town....(ed. - so everyone had to stop with the funeral and run to help fight the fire). "Just at the point where the assembled mourners were asked to forgive any wrongs that William had done, an unwelcome voice piped up. It was a man claiming that William had robbed his father of the land on which the abbey stood. William, he said, was not going to lie in land that didn’t belong to him. After some haggling, compensation was agreed. "The worst was yet to come. William’s corpse, bloated by this point, wouldn’t fit into the short stone sarcophagus that had been created for it. As it was forced into place, 'the swollen bowels burst, and an intolerable stench assailed the nostrils of the by-standers and the whole crowd', according to Orderic. No amount of incense would cover up the smell and the mourners got through the rest of the proceedings as quickly as they could."

[@laurenlanterns4376]

I immediately came back to this video and sent it out to friends. RIP Elizabeth

[@alissa592]

Randomly watched this video this morning for the first time and now hours later...it's relevant. SPOOKY.

[@StellaMayfair7]

Funerals that go off the rails are the best funerals. At mine, I want there to be drama, fisticuffs, and eventually a police presence until everyone ends up drunkenly and tearfully making up at the bar/restaurant down the street. Oh, and if my urn accidentally gets knocked over, thereby throwing up a cloud of ash over everyone and getting ground into the carpet, that'd be fine too.

[@TheLadybughug]

Get a friend to dress like the grim reaper, and get grim reaper to poke random people and say you're next. That should be a good start.

[@beachysands4036]

Some fainting by people overcome by emotion would be good too!

[@StellaMayfair7]

@@beachysands4036 Absolutely! I'm hoping for a rich blend of horror, mortification, rage, laughter, abject sorrow, and maybe some unbridled lust at my funeral. ALL THE EMOTIONS, ALL AT ONCE!! They'll be talking about it for years.

[@jaybee9269]

I want to fall out of my casket!

[@gymeni]

I like yer thinkin’!

[@turtlingmywaydown3999]

I was working during prince Phillip's funeral, a busy Saturday in a pub. 3pm hit and silence most eerie feeling. It made me think about the queens death, which I can't imagine. I don't think anyone wants her to die before Charles.

[@sherrytolbird154]

My Grand Aunt is 107 years old unfortunately she is cursed with life according to her genetics did this, the Queen Mum was over 100 so it’s not unheard of the Queen going to 100 or more. People don’t choose the length of time they are able to live. Sad she’s hunched over, hello she’s 95 years old it’s part of aging not mourning. I dislike Prince Phillips’s funeral was spun with speculation and drama! The news media should be ashamed for not keeping the funeral strictly about the Duke!

[@meeeka]

betcha camilla does.

[@robertjohnston7341]

@@meeeka Camilla? Oh right! The bulldog Charles always has with him. 😁😁😁

[@sammisousa8021]

I've heard it said that the Queen will live until Charles dies so he can't have the crown. LOL (This is probably just a joke, but I could see it.)

[@kimberlyklaus7296]

@@sherrytolbird154 I know. They had to make it about their favorite whipping posts, Harry and Meghan.

[@witchcraftivist]

Well here it is. Her Majesty passed away today. Half of the country is too worried about rising energy bills to think about the monarchy and many think it’s time to abolish it. Charles isn’t popular because of what he did to Diana. Bit of a mess really. Great video as usual 💚

[@NotMykl]

What he did? They BOTH had affairs and were BOTH deeply unhappy in a marriage that should not have happened. The people need to get off their high horses and grow up.

[@songbird5266]

@@NotMykl My first thought was "the Queen did it" after Diana died.

[@ClaireH1418]

Rewatching this while Queen Elizabeth II is laying in state. Looking forward to your video about her funeral.

[@tytodreads]

Actually burst out laughing when you asked if Brits are looking forward to King Charles. No, no we're not.

[@coweatsman]

Charles isn't too bad. Andrew would have been worse. Imagine if Charles had died in childhood. Andrew would have been heir, this boorish pompous arse who keeps questionable friends. There Britain would be today with the loss of the prince, the queen, a frail 94 and Andrew certain to soon be king. Just picture it.

[@blammela]

Canadian here so we’re only second cousins.... but we don’t want Charles either lol

[@maryandersondearing3053]

@@blammela From the USA.. actually he doesn't seem THAT bad. The whole institution is weird and outdated, but Charles seems like rather a nice old fellow.

[@GizmoOnyett]

It’s not a lucky name for British monarchs!

[@infamoussphere7228]

Australian here. I don't want Charles, and I think that as a general rule, most Australians don't. The queen is well-liked and respected by a lot of people but there are a lot of mutterings that when she dies, we'll probably become a republic

[@xtina626]

Everyone excited for all the royal weddings Deathlings: it's our time now☠️

[@Leosworldof]

A year later, queen passed and this aged well. Perfect video.

[@frankiefranklin9761]

Came to watch this again as a Brit who just watched the queen's funeral. Never been a royalist but it felt like a historic moment that I should watch.

[@Katy-ci8op]

even as an English person I needed this explanation 😭 more interested in hearing about their funerals than weddings honestly

[@scottessery100]

I don’t think most people are ... mah... for Charles 3rd

[@Katy-ci8op]

@Taylor Swiftie making a video on royal funerals doesn’t mean condoning them, the monarchy in general, or any of their actions; it’s just informative. I think it’s p obvious from all of Caitlin’s content she doesn’t support racist institutions, but she can still comment on them. She emphasises the historic and cultural inequalities among things like class, race, sex etc. in the funeral industry and on broader death related subjects. Nothing in this video suggested any kind of support. In fact, she directly asks people their thoughts and opinions on the monarchy and how British people feel about it. She’s done videos on people like Charles Manson and their death, but that obviously doesn’t mean she supports them as people

[@brownbreakfast]

I’m also English and I’ve completely missed the funeral today. I’ve got nothing against the royals, but I’m not that interested in watching or what goes into it.

[@rickharriss]

@Taylor Swiftie Your wrong on so many fronts. You really shouldn't believe what you read on social media and less than half of what the media portrays.

[@projectionv.accountability1010]

@Taylor Swiftie If we were to delete/cancel/never talk about anyyone who has done anything wrong... allegedly, via conviction, conviction in the court of public opinion... there would be no one left and nothing to learn about. It's extremely ignorant to think that an overview of extensive history of a country's royalty, and something literally happening currently and therefore does impact us, should be ignored because you feel personally offended by people you've never met. If you don't comment this kind of victimhood on everything from Ramses II to Pompeii to displacement of Japanese in WW11 and everything in between and since, you're simply looking for attention.

[@maggie1201]

Glad I'm not the only one who came here after finding out the queen is under medical supervision

[@lilymurawski647]

She just died

[@brianstabile165]

F

[@judithkcolbert8483]

Here in the USA means “hospice”.

[@TheWobblyQueen]

Checking in a year later for a reminder what to expect now London Bridge has fallen down.

[@melodie-allynbenezra8956]

I found this particular useful today. Thank you for having it available.

[@IsaacIsaacIsaacson]

The fact you didn't even mention some of the more historic funerals, such as when William the Conquerer's body exploded while they were lowering it into the tomb.

[@Kettie5]

it *w h a t*

[@squiggles7833]

@@Kettie5 it did haha, he was very large and gas built up inside of him till he just 🎆pop🧨

[@anatine_banana_69]

@@squiggles7833 wha- HOW DOES THAT EVEN WORK??

[@anujadeore8388]

Perhaps the next Iconic Corpse?

[@Puddingcup110]

@@anatine_banana_69 bacteria bland gasses building up. If the holes are plugged like they should be then the gas has to eventually go somewhere so they kinda Pop! Not a Gorry type you’re thinking tho.

[@Malhanjia]

'Are you excited about Charles being King?' Ehhhh depends who you ask but the general consensus is that we kinda want it to skip Charles and go to William straight away. A lot of British people don't like Charles because of how he treated Diana.

[@maeve_a]

We non brits tend to agree, I think. At least, can confirm, I agree.

[@livinonmybike3424]

Yeah... Allways felt the spoilt shit took his hidden contempt for his mother and the English people? out on Diana.

[@Nan-59]

@@maeve_a Non Brit here & I totally agree!

[@coweatsman]

Charles is not the worst. Imagine Andrew.

[@TalynCo]

Wait what happened with Diana?

[@emilieanne8127]

London Bridge has fallen...RIP Queen Elizabeth. What an amazing life she had! It will be interesting to see the coverage of her funeral. I do hope Corgis will be included 👑

[@lelleithmurray235]

How incidental is it that this popped up in my feed the day before her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's funeral? I am nodding along in agreement with this. The funeral is going to be HUGE, partly because of the reverence in which the Queen was held not just with us common folk,but worldwide. For most of us,she's the only monarch we've had. We have lost our constant.🦋

[@hannahbradshaw2186]

Queen Victoria didn’t attend Prince Albert’s funeral because in the 19th century it was believed that women shouldn’t be present at funerals because they’d get hysterical 😑🤷🏼‍♀️

[@rosiejl2798]

That's really sad given how much she loved him.

[@bpeace1100]

I mean yes but if there is anywhere where it should be acceptable to become hysterical shouldn’t it be at a funeral? That reasoning is absurd , misogynistic and completely ignores the fact that men also get hysterical at funerals. The past is sometimes a confusing place .

[@fashiondiva6972]

@@bpeace1100 the past laid the groundwork for the misogyny of today. Even as Queen Victoria was valued as little more than property and not capable of making competent decisions for herself. It was just another way to marginalize women. There are so many horrifying examples from the past it makes one shudder...until you realize it still happens, just a bit more covertly now,

[@jessweaver5713]

My friend was stopped from going to the funeral of her still born baby for this reason. It’s a religious thing for them

[@birdgirl8390]

Wha? When my neighbours wife died due to complications in pregnancy, he threw himself on the casket during the funeral... and 6 months later he was married again... that was awkward 😬

[@Saz1454]

Uk based here . Everyone I’ve spoken to (regardless of their view of the royals) have agreed one on thing . It was very sad to see and elderly lady alone at her husbands funeral 😢 I’m sure the nation felt that ❤️

[@Sharppointy2]

I am from the USA. Seeing Queen Elizabeth sitting alone made me cry. Damned Covid 19

[@charissimpson235]

I’m Scottish. Me and my family are very anti monarchy, we don’t watch the queens speech at Christmas etc. But that photo was just so heartbreaking. You don’t need to be a royalist to see the grief.

[@polluxblaze]

Oh my God, yes. I'm anti-monarchy too but seeing Elizabeth sitting alone was heartbreaking. No one should experience the death of their loved ones like that.

[@elenikominos7404]

The Queen looked so small and alone...She's been very Stoic and Steadfast throughout her lifetime... I'm Australian and Love the Royal Family...I'm so Proud we're still part of the Commonwealth... We're very Fortunate... I really don't know why I watched this Video...I didn't find it very funny.

[@kenetrice]

@@elenikominos7404 she wasn't trying to be funny. She's being educational to those of us who don't know or understand what the protocol is (or has been) for royal funerals. Of course, in true Caitlyn fashion, she tried to bring some light-heartedness to death, but she didn't make this video or any other video to be funny.

[@ArrowOdenn]

Will you do a follow-up video now that Her Majesty has died? A kind of "what I expected vs what happened" type thing? I don't mean right now, but in the future.

[@redblaze2613]

Yep, Balmoral it was. Dunno why, but hearing the news of the queen made me want to rewatch this.

[@wormswithteeth]

UK based here. Philip was loved and hated. Today felt very stripped back and the service had a chilled vibe to it. At one point the casket/coffin just seemed to disappear, as cameras were focused on the singers and readers. It was very sudden and caught me off guard. He went down to the vault in no time. I'm from Wales and Philip will be best remembered for his efforts after the Aberfan disaster when 144 children and adults died. He visited 9 times in his life and made sure the Queen came to the site a week after the disaster. Wales shall always thank him for that.

[@ambulocetusnatans]

I had never heard of the Aberfan disaster, so I just looked it up on Wikipedia. That sounds like it was a horrific tragedy.

[@catherinedegreif8500]

@@ambulocetusnatans if you get a chance, watch The Crown episode on the tragedy. In my opinion it’s one of the best episodes - so heartbreaking but very beautifully done.

[@chriswalford4161]

@@catherinedegreif8500 : But don’t forget The Crown is dramatised, it isn’t history. I think we need to caution ourselves to pay heed to original sources and not take the skews of films or TV shows as truth. My fear is that because of more contemporary styling and high production values we risk treating the treatments as the more authentic.

[@catherinedegreif8500]

@@chriswalford4161 Yes, for sure. I knew nothing about the disaster, but that episode sent me down a rabbit hole and I learned a lot, which is good. I only meant that comment reminded me of that episode, which was so well-done. But yes, disclaimer: The Crown isn’t a documentary. :)

[@chriswalford4161]

@@catherinedegreif8500 : I do just-about remember it; I would have been 12. The rescue seemed to go on for days, and report filming that was taken was withheld at the time for its directness, but has subsequently been shown, so what I watched when is a bit muddled. Temporary morgues; families losing some, all or none of their kids and not knowing. Close-knit Welsh villages that knew mining tragedies but not to lose the children. I remember the recovery from the rubble went on for days - that was very real and horrifying.

[@WhimsicalHeathen]

As far as the Queen's services go, I think she would really like the moment of silence broken by the howl of one lone Corgi. You should run it by her people.

[@nicksurfs1]

Did you know she’s made it impossible to breed the Windsor corgi after her death. A full breed of dug will die with her! I think that’s wild!

[@user-ww3kv9rd2y]

@@nicksurfs1 but how?

[@seaborgium919]

Hello everyone coming in after the news 👋👋

[@nickyfielding]

I knew how the news would be shared thanks to this video. I was listening to the radio in the car and it was comforting to know what would be happening.

[@twmcd8]

Kris Kardashian laying in a casket is one of my favorite images to exist, and the fact that you’re responsible makes perfect sense. I NEED TO KNOW MORE.

[@Sydney-Casket-Base]

same!!

[@rebeccakoch1890]

I also want the Kardashian tea

[@claretravels783]

Seconded! Pls spill ur tea Caitlin

[@Maria-ot6me]

Obviously this was a joke...

[@Sydney-Casket-Base]

@@Maria-ot6me it prolly was, but i want it to be real! ;^;

[@samanthaohora2396]

I read Elton John's biography and he has a part where he talks about a dinner he attended with the royals including the Queen. Apparently one of the guests, a Lady something, retired early due to not feeling well. The Queen asked her husband, Lord something (I'm sorry I do not remember their names, I mean no offense) to go check on her but he kept putting her off. So she walked right up to him and started lightly smacking on his cheeks with the tips of her fingers, saying "Do-smack-not-smack- argue-smack- with-smack- me-smack- young-smack- man, I-smack- am -smack -the Queen!" He then left sheepishly to check on his Lady. The Queen turned toward Elton, saw he had seen the whole thing, and winked at him with a smile and walked off. I fell in love with her at that point. LOLROF!! LOVE the cheekiness!!

[@notyouraveragealoo]

LOLLL

[@danyellow7857]

I do love the Queen!

[@TarynToday]

I've spent my life since watching the tabloids talk of her mistreating Diana in the 80s and 90s and never saw her have a heart but that story is one I hope is true and would've loved to witness.

[@Vanta_Blue]

Then there's the story from when a Saudi (?) leader came to visit the British royal family, after having made remarks about women not being able to drive. The Queen gave him a ride. I'm not sure if he was more or less convinced of his point after, but I gather he didn't want to upset the Queen again.

[@stephaniehowe0973]

She couldve ordered "Off w his head" but alas She is not the Queen of Hearts

[@daren5992]

Coming back to this because of today’s events😭

[@noelledonnelly699]

London Bridge is down, Caitlin! I hope you do a follow up so we can see how close this was!