The tragic car crash that took the life of Princess Diana left the world in shock. It was a night filled with sorrow and sadness, and the final words spoken by Diana only emphasize the tragic nature of that fateful evening.
A Hero in the Darkness
In an interview with The Sun, firefighter Xavier Gourmelon, who was on the scene of the accident, revealed the last words Princess Diana spoke before her untimely death. Gourmelon believed that he had saved her life by giving her CPR moments after the crash.
As he pulled her from the wreckage, the princess was conscious and had her eyes open. Gourmelon held her hand and provided comfort before she was taken out of the car. Diana looked at him and asked, “My God, what’s happened?” These were reportedly her final words.
A Glimmer of Hope
Gourmelon continued to work on Diana, massaging her heart, and miraculously, a few seconds later, she began to breathe again. He felt a sense of relief, thinking that he had saved her life. In that moment, he truly believed that she would survive.
However, his hopes were shattered when he later found out that Diana had tragically passed away in the hospital. It was a heart-wrenching realization for Gourmelon, who had done everything in his power to save her.
A Shocking Revelation
In a surprising turn of events, Gourmelon didn’t know who the victim was until a paramedic informed him while they were in the ambulance. He said, “I was so shocked. I knew who she was, but I don’t follow British royalty closely. I went to the ambulance and looked in, and that’s when I recognized her.”
The tragic loss of Princess Diana occurred on August 31, 1997. Her driver, Henri Paul, was under the influence and speeding when the car crashed in the Pont de l’Alma tunnel in Paris. Diana was still alive when emergency services arrived, but she ultimately succumbed to her injuries at 4:53 am.
Forever Remembered
Princess Diana’s legacy lives on through her two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry. At the time of her passing, William was 15 years old, and Harry was 12. The world mourned the loss of a compassionate and beloved princess.
Diana’s final resting place is on the grounds of Althorp Park, her family home. She was laid to rest in the centre of The Oval Lake, surrounded by the beauty of nature. A memorial temple with a black-and-white marble plaque bearing her name stands as a tribute to her life and her commitment to helping those in need.
The original plan was for Diana to be buried at the Great Brington church, where many Spencer family members, including her father, were laid to rest. However, concerns for the safety and security of her grave led to her burial at Althorp Park.
Visitors to the estate can pay their respects at the dedicated memorial, ensuring that Princess Diana’s memory and the impact of her humanitarian efforts will never be forgotten.
