The Southernmost Point marker in Key West, Florida, a landmark that defines the continental United States’ southernmost spot of land, became a memorial to Queen Elizabeth II after the British flag and purple banner were installed.
In this photo provided by the Florida Keys News Bureau, visitors are photographed next to the Southernmost Point marker that has been adorned with a purple sash to memorialize Queen Elizabeth II Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, in Key West, Fla. The Queen and Prince Philip visited the Florida Keys May 18, 1991, and toured historic Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas. Key West’s Southernmost Point marker is a Florida Keys icon designating the southernmost point of land in the continental United States. (Rob O’Neal/Florida Keys News Bureau via AP) The Associated Press Key West, Fla. is located in the state of Florida The Southernmost Point marker in Key West, Florida became a memorial to Queen Elizabeth II on Friday when the British flag and royal purple banner were put up. The monarch’s visit to the Florida Keys in 1991 was especially fitting. The mayor of Key West said that they had a connection with the queen. The world is mourning the death of an incredible human being. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip stopped at Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson 70 miles west of Key West on their royal yacht. The mayor of the Florida Keys presented them with a symbol of the island chain. The Southernmost Point marker is red, yellow, black and white and has become a popular photo stop for travelers. The memorial to Queen Elizabeth will remain in place through her funeral. All rights reserved The Associated Press All rights belong to the person. It may not be published, broadcast, or redistributed.
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