Mansfield man went to pay his respects to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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Michael Knowles said it was an emotional experience as he watched from the Horse Guards.
Michael Knowles said: “I decided to go to London to see the Queen leave Buckingham Palace for the final time on her journey to Westminster Hall.
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Hide Ad"I wanted to pay my respects to our late Queen who dedicated her life to serving our nation.
"It was also a chance to be a part of history. There will probably never be an event on this scale again.
“I met people from all over this country and also from overseas. It was a lovely atmosphere, everyone was united together as one.
"Once the procession commenced the atmosphere altered and became solemn and silent.
“It was an honour and a privilege to be a part of this momentous event.”