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Britain mourns the loss of a great and inspirational lady who devoted her long life to the service of her country.

Deepest Condolences given to the people of the United Kingdom.

Though I'm an American, I feel the loss personally, as if a close relative had died. To me, Queen Elizabeth was the face of Great Britain. I also offer my condolences.

Rest in Peace Queen Elizabeth II.
Send her victorious!

The greatest woman who has ever graced the Earth. We'll not likely see anyone like her again.
It's a very sad time but one for reflection to consider her incredible legacy. I've only ever known her as the Monarch in my lifetime. It's a terrible loss.

RIP Queen Elizabeth II

God Save The King!

Yes, my condolences to our UK colleagues for the loss of that fenomenal and unique Queen. Although I believe that UK will always be the same... It's British people what make it what it is. Charming and powerful country!

I am a long way from home at the moment, and I am sorely missing the 1953 Coronation Celebration coffee cup in which I habitually have my morning coffee. It had belonged to my Yorkshire grandparents.

Elizabeth had been Queen for as long as I have been alive. As a Canadian, I have been surrounded by her images everywhere. When I was a small child in kindergarten and elementary school, we sang God Save the Queen. I have seen her a number of times in person. It is as if there is suddenly a big tear in the fabric that has formed the backdrop of my life.

God save the Queen

Recorded in honor of Queen Victoria, great-great-grandmother of Queen Elizabeth II., on 26 May 1899 in Leipzig by Königlich-Sächsisches 7. Infanterie-Regiment "Prinz Georg" Nr. 106

Last night I played my Decca three disc set "The Second Elizabeth". The 1953 Coronation was the first thing I ever saw on television.
I will be watching the State Funeral procession with pride. My son is one of the military musicians taking part.