“Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was the Patron of The Royal Yacht Squadron throughout her reign. She gave unstinting support to our late Admiral, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in his love of sailing. She owned and sailed in HMY Bloodhound, and she still personally owned the Dragon, Bluebottle, and took a close interest in her recent successes. All Members of The Royal Yacht Squadron will deeply mourn her death, and we send our utmost sympathy to His Majesty The King and to all members of the Royal Family. The Royal Yacht Squadron will fire a 21 gun salute at 13.00 on Friday 9th September 2022 to mark the death; and a 21 gun salute following the Proclamation on Saturday 10th September 2022, to mark the Proclamation. Long live The King.

James Holman, Commodore”