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What do we know about Princess Diana's funeral and grave at Althorp? This British royal family documentary from History Calling explores her final journey, her burial at her childhood home and the story behind her final resting place.
Diana, Princess of Wales, formerly Lady Diana Spencer, died in a car crash in Paris on 31 August 1997 alongside her boyfriend Dodi Al Fayed and driver, Henri Paul. She was buried a week later on 6 September as millions of people around the world watched. Her death prompted an extraordinary outpouring of grief, with mourners gathering in London and across the globe to pay tribute to the ‘People's Princess’ and the ‘Queen of Hearts’.
In this video, I examine Princess Diana's funeral in detail, from the solemn procession through the streets of London during which her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry walked behind their mother’s coffin alongside Prince Charles, Earl Spencer and Prince Philip, to the funeral service at Westminster Abbey, including the famous performance of Candle in the Wind by Sir Elton John. I also explore the decisions surrounding her burial, why she was laid to rest at Althorp Estate rather than at a royal burial site like Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral or St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle and the symbolism behind her secluded grave on an island in the Oval Lake.
The documentary also looks at Princess Diana's grave today, its location within the Althorp estate (also known as the Althrop Estate), the memorials dedicated to Princess Diana and how her final resting place continues to attract worldwide interest nearly three decades after her death.
Whether you're interested in British royal history, Princess Diana's legacy, or simply want to learn more about where Princess Diana is buried, this video provides historical context and explores one of the most poignant chapters in the story of Diana, Princess of Wales.
If you enjoy carefully researched documentaries on British history, the Royal Family, historic places, and famous graves, please consider subscribing for more videos.
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What do we know about Princess Diana's funeral and grave at Althorp? This British royal family documentary from History Calling explores her final journey, her burial at her childhood home and the story behind her final resting place.
Diana, Princess of Wales, formerly Lady Diana Spencer, died in a car crash in Paris on 31 August 1997 alongside her boyfriend Dodi Al Fayed and driver, Henri Paul. She was buried a week later on 6 September as millions of people around the world watched. Her death prompted an extraordinary outpouring of grief, with mourners gathering in London and across the globe to pay tribute to the ‘People's Princess’ and the ‘Queen of Hearts’.
In this video, I examine Princess Diana's funeral in detail, from the solemn procession through the streets of London during which her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry walked behind their mother’s coffin alongside Prince Charles, Earl Spencer and Prince Philip, to the funeral service at Westminster Abbey, including the famous performance of Candle in the Wind by Sir Elton John. I also explore the decisions surrounding her burial, why she was laid to rest at Althorp Estate rather than at a royal burial site like Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral or St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle and the symbolism behind her secluded grave on an island in the Oval Lake.
The documentary also looks at Princess Diana's grave today, its location within the Althorp estate (also known as the Althrop Estate), the memorials dedicated to Princess Diana and how her final resting place continues to attract worldwide interest nearly three decades after her death.
Whether you're interested in British royal history, Princess Diana's legacy, or simply want to learn more about where Princess Diana is buried, this video provides historical context and explores one of the most poignant chapters in the story of Diana, Princess of Wales.
If you enjoy carefully researched documentaries on British history, the Royal Family, historic places, and famous graves, please consider subscribing for more videos.
#PrincessDiana #DianaPrincessOfWales #RoyalGraves
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PRINCESS DIANA’S TRAVOLTA DRESS
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ALL THE PRINCESSES OF WALES
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Memory Card: amzn.to/3KeLZZs
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