"The way that he survived in the British monarchy system was to be his own man, and that was a source of support to the queen," said royal historian Robert Lacey.
Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, dies at age 99
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“The monarchy is not elected, so the only way in which a monarch can demonstrate consent is not through the ballot box, but through people turning out on the streets,” said Robert Lacey, the historical adviser on “The Crown″ series.
U.K. to hold days-long bash to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign
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