The royal was hospitalized for an infection stemming from a “pre-existing condition” for two nights in June 2017. According to the palace, Prince Philip had the full support of the Queen in his decision to retire.
During an event in May 2017 at St. James’s Palace, one guest told Philip: “I’m sorry to hear you’re standing down.”
Philip candidly replied, “Well I can’t stand up much longer.”
During Thursday’s church service, the Queen, 92, appeared in good spirits as she distributed the traditional Maundy money. Each recipient of Maundy money was given two small leather purses, one red and one white. The first contained a small amount of ordinary coinage which symbolizes the monarch’s gift for food and clothing.
The second purse contained Maundy coins up to the value of the Queen’s age — 92. The recipients were chosen in recognition of their service to the community.
The service was held in St. George’s Chapel, which is where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will tie the knot on May 19.
Source: People