A ‘solitary woman’ in a man’s world

Britain's new Queen Consort Camilla paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II yesterday for carving her own role as a "solitary woman" in a world dominated by men.
In her first public comments broadcast since Queen Elizabeth's death, King Charles III's wife said it must have been "so difficult" for the late monarch, who inherited the throne in 1952 when she was just 25 years old.

"She's been part of our lives for ever. I'm 75 now and I can't remember anyone except The Queen being there," Camilla said to BBC television.
"It must have been so difficult for her being a solitary woman. There weren't women prime ministers or presidents. She was the only one so I think she carved her own role."

Remembering her late mother-in-law, Camilla added: "She's got those wonderful blue eyes, that when she smiles they light up her whole face.
"I will always remember her smile. That smile is unforgettable."

Queen Elizabeth's today's state funeral will be shown by around 125 cinemas across Britain, while parks, squares and cathedrals will also set up viewing screens for the huge ceremonial event, the government said.
Presidents, prime ministers and royalty from around the world are expected at the funeral of Britain's longest reigning monarch, who died on Sept. 8 aged 96.