Per theBBC, 1,800 people gathered to pay their respects to the late Duke of Edinburgh at Westminster Abbey.

This includedQueen Elizabeth, who arrived with Prince Andrew as her escort, according toPeople.

Everything about thememorial service was meant to be a tribute to the late Duke of Edinburgh.

Prince Philip smiles for the camera

Not only are these England’s colors, but each flower and color choice holds a deeply personal meaning.

Dendrobium orchids were also used in many arrangements.

These delicate flowers have a rich history of symbolizing hope, reverence, innocence, and purity, perBouqs.

Prince Philip tips his hat

TheBBCnoted that the queen also carried orchids in her wedding bouquet when she married Prince Philip.

News, they were the only flowers she requested at the time.

Prince Philip’s memorial service