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The coat of arms of the late Queen Elizabeth II of England is two days away.
As it has been a symbol of Britain for over 70 years, there are endless processions to pay tribute to the Queen in London.
They say you have to stand in line for over 24 hours.
Reporter Eui-pyo Hong reports.
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The British Parliament building across the River Thames.
In front of them, a continuous procession of people heads towards Westminster Abbey, where the queen’s body is enshrined.
It has been three days since the pilgrimage to the Queen began.
In the temple, royal ceremonies were held together.
Charles III, along with the queen’s other descendants, approached the flag-covered coffin, escorted it, and remained silent.
Despite the chilly night temperature, the number of mourners continued to increase, and the waiting time exceeded 24 hours.
People flocked together and the line was forcibly stopped for six hours, and the government even asked the government to refrain from worshiping.
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“I am so happy and amazed (worshiping the Queen). I stood there for almost 14 hours, but every moment was worthwhile.”
Among the pilgrims was former English football star David Beckham, wearing a black tie.
I stood in line for 13 hours with the citizens and was baptized with photos of worshipers.
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“We all feel the same way. That’s why we’re lining up today (to honor the Queen), and I think we should.”
After waiting in line for a long time, more than 400 people passed out and at least 40 people were hospitalized. However, as it was announced that members of the National Assembly might visit without waiting in line, there was a controversy over privilege.
As a large number of key figures from around the world attend the Queen’s funeral, which will be held the day following tomorrow, the British police have announced that they will strengthen security by conducting ‘the largest security operation in history’.
This is MBC News Hong Eui-pyo.
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