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America’s front pages have mourned Queen Elizabeth II’s death with newspapers across the country paying tribute to the beloved British monarch – who ruled over the United Kingdom for a glorious 70 years.
From coast to coast, newspapers in the US have dedicated their front pages to pictures and poignant words about the late Queen, as the world wakes up and mourns the end of the second Elizabethan Era.
The United Kingdom has entered a 10-day mourning period, while King Charles III entered Buckingham Palace in London for the first time as monarch to begin the role he was born to fulfil.
Despite being an ocean away, Americans have also paid their respects to the 96-year old – who met nearly every president in the last seven decades and saw her country through some of the most notable world events of the last century.
In a sensational move, President Biden yesterday ordered that flags should be flown at half-staff at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
Last night, the Empire State building glittered in purple and silver – the colors of adorning Her Majesty’s regal crown. Billboards in New York City’s Times Square paid tribute to Britain’s adored figurehead.
The Queen’s deteriorating health was first announced by Buckingham Palace yesterday, sparking a rush of senior royals to Scotland. Her death was declared in the evening, sparking an outpouring of grief across the globe.
THE NEW YORK TIMES: The UK is entering a period of mourning and transition, the NYT says. After 70 years on the throne, the monarch died on September 8, 2022. Her reign ‘linked generations’ as most people in the UK have never lived without seeing another person rule
THE VILLAGES DAILY SUN: ‘During her 70-year reign, the longest in British history, Queen Elizabeth II loved her job, her country, and her people. They adored her in return’
USA TODAY: Using a photo of the Queen from 1954, the newspaper has remembered her as the UK’s oldest and longest-serving monarch. She died at her home in Balmoral, Scotland, on September 8, 2022
THE SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE: ‘Britain’s symbol of stability’
THE WASHINGTON POST: The newspaper leads on the headline ‘A pillar of duty and devotion,’ a poignant phrase that millions across the world would describe the late Queen Elizabeth II as. She ruled as monarch for a glorious 70 years
President Biden, who first met the Queen in 1982, yesterday praised the 96-year-old monarch for guiding 14 American presidents through turbulent times.
He added: ‘She defined an era. In a world of constant change, she was a steadying presence and a source of comfort and pride for generations of Britons, including many who have never known their country without her.
‘An enduring admiration for Queen Elizabeth II united people across the Commonwealth. The seven decades of her history-making reign bore witness to an age of unprecedented human advancement and the forward march of human dignity.
‘She was the first British monarch to whom people all around the world could feel a personal and immediate connection. And she, in turn, dedicated her whole life to their service.’
DAILY NEWS: The US newspaper paid tribute to the Queen, who reigned for 70 years after her father passed away, while she was still just a young woman
LOS ANGELES TIMES: ‘Stately, steadfast monarch’ is how the LA Times have paid their respects to the late monarch of the United Kingdom
NEW YORK POST: Using a photo of the Queen in her early years, the NYC paper paid tribute to the beloved monarch, who was loved by millions of people across the world
CHICAGO TRIBUNE: Chicago’s newspaper paid tributes to the late monarch, who was loved across the world
Mr Biden also thanked her for her support during the country’s ‘darkest days after 9/11’.
‘She poignantly reminded us that ‘Grief is the price we pay for love’,’ he said, quoting one of the Queen’s most famous sentiments.
Mr Biden was one of many world leaders who praised the Queen and her 70-year reign. Leaders of the Commonwealth remembered a Queen who was ‘loved by all’.
Yesterday, the president ripped up his schedule after the death of the 96-year-old British head of state. He canceled a speech on COVID-19 vaccines and ordered flags to half staff.
Ahead of a political event in Maryland, he detoured to the British Embassy.
TAMPA BAY TIMES: Florida’s newspaper uses an image of the Queen in green, waving at crowds, as they mourn the death of the monarch
HOUSTON CHRONICLE: The newspaper recognizes the monarch’s ‘life of service’ following her death at the age of 96
THE OREGONIAN: The newspaper uses a photo of a young Queen, on her way to the first State Opening of Parliament under her reign in 1952
CHICAGO SUN TIMES: The Chicago paper opted to mourn the Queen with a gorgeous black and white image of her in 1959, when she visited the city
STAR TRIBUNE: ‘Minnesotans join the world in mourning and celebrating the monarch’
Dr. Biden wore black and carried a bouquet of flowers as they arrived to be greeted by Dame Karen Pierce, the British ambassador.
The condolence book was sat between a photo of the Queen and a vase of flowers. Biden took out some notes as he sat down to write his entry.
‘The American people mourn today with people in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth,’ wrote Biden.
‘She led with enduring strength and dignity.’
Former President Donald Trump, who met her twice during his time in office, said:
‘Our thoughts and prayers will remain with the great people of the United Kingdom as you honor her most meaningful life and exceptional service to the people.
‘May God bless the Queen, may she reign forever in our hearts.’