Princes William and Harry walk behind Princess Diana’s coffin

Prince Philip made Princes William and Harry walk behind Princess Diana’s coffin. At the time, Prince William was 15 years old and Harry was 12 years old. The stress they went through during that difficult time affected them both. However, as the funeral approached, it turned out that both boys did not want to follow the coffin. Then their grandfather, Prince Philip, intervened, who as an almost child was forced to attend the funeral of his older sister and her entire family, including a newborn baby. It was an ordeal, but he managed to endure it and knew the boys would regret it if they didn’t. Prince Philip spoke to his grandchildren and explained that they would later regret their refusal. Besides, he promised that he himself would go with them and be by their side the whole way. Already as adults, both princes said that their grandfather was right. And despite the difficulties, they are glad they were able to do it.