Last Saturday marked the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death and after seeing all the tributes, photos and videos on social media, I'm reflecting on the mourning period and the day England and the world said goodbye to the longest reigning monarch. As I watched the Lying-In-State and funeral, I was curious about who the people standing guard and marching in the processions are and what their actual jobs are, so I did some research and here I am sharing what I found. The Organiser Queen Elizabeth II's funeral was organised by Edward Fitzalan-Howard, the 18th Duke of Norfolk. As the highest ranking Duke in the country, he holds the title of Earl Marshall and his role involves overseeing major ceremonial occasion,such as the Platinum Jubilee, Queen's funeral and the King's coronation. Lying In State Three ceremonial units kept vigil around the Queen's coffin as she was lying in state in Westminster Hall. The Gentleman of Arms , the most senior of the s...