Introduction
On April 17, 2021, the world lost a beloved and influential leader in Queen Elizabeth II. As the longest-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for years to come. To honor her memory, world leaders from across the globe have announced their plans to attend her funeral. U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will be among them, and Biden will be flying aboard Air Force One for the occasion.
Biden to Travel Aboard Air Force One
The White House announced on April 21, 2021 that President Biden will be attending the funeral for Queen Elizabeth aboard Air Force One. The trip will be Biden’s first international voyage since assuming office in January, and it will be a symbolic gesture of the U.S.’s commitment to their ally. Biden and the First Lady are expected to depart the U.S. on April 25, 2021.
Though Biden will be the first U.S. President to fly aboard Air Force One during his first international voyage, he is far from the first American to pay his respects to the late monarch. Former President Obama and Former First Lady Michelle Obama were among the world leaders to pay their respects, as well as Former President George W. Bush and Former First Lady Laura Bush.
World Leaders Pay Respects to Queen Elizabeth
Leaders from around the world have expressed their condolences for Queen Elizabeth and her family. During the April 21, 2021 White House press conference, Biden expressed his “deepest sympathies” for the royal family. He also expressed his admiration for the “legacy of service” that the Queen leaves behind.
Other world leaders expressed their condolences as well. French President Emmanuel Macron posted a message on Twitter saying, “The President of the Republic extends his sincere condolences to Her Majesty The Queen, the Royal Family, and all the British.” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also tweeted his condolences, saying, “We join people in the UK and around the world in mourning the loss of Queen Elizabeth II, an extraordinary leader and a symbol of strength, dignity, and devotion to public service.”
Visiting Royal Family to Gather at Funeral
The Queen’s funeral is expected to take place on April 17, 2021 at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor. The ceremony will be attended by the Queen’s family, who are expected to arrive in the United Kingdom a few days before the funeral. According to Buckingham Palace, the funeral will be a “Royal ceremonial” event that will be “attended by her Majesty’s family in accordance with Government advice.”
The funeral will be a somber event, and many world leaders plan to attend to pay their respects in person. President Biden and the First Lady will be among those in attendance, and their presence will be a symbolic gesture of the United States’ commitment to their ally.
Conclusion
Queen Elizabeth II leaves behind a legacy that will not soon be forgotten. As world leaders gather on April 17, 2021 to pay their respects, we can be sure that her memory will be honored. President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will be attending the funeral, and Biden will be flying aboard Air Force One to pay his respects. This is a symbolic gesture of the U.S.’s commitment to their ally and of the world’s admiration for Queen Elizabeth II.
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