Words of wisdom..
THE QUEEN’S BEST SPEECHES
THROUGH Britain’s proudest moments and darkest days, the Queen’s words have perfectly reflected the nation’s mood.
She gave comfort in crises and celebrated with us at times of joy. Here are extracts from some of her most memorable speeches…
CHILDREN’S HOUR, OCT 13,
1940, WINDSOR CASTLE
“Thousands of you in this country have had to leave your homes and be separated from your fathers and mothers. My sister,
Margaret Rose, and I feel so much for you as we know from experience what it means to be away from those we love most of all. We know… in the end all will be well; for God will care for us and give us victory and peace.”
ELIZABETH’S 21ST, APRIL 21, 1947, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
“I declare before you all that my whole life
whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong. But I shall not have strength to carry out this resolution alone unless you join in it with me, as I now invite you to do: I know that your support will be unfailingly given.”
FIRST CHRISTMAS BROADCAST, 1952, SANDRINGHAM
Many grave problems and difficulties confront us all, but with a new faith in the old and splendid beliefs given us by our forefathers, and the strength to venture beyond the safe ties of the past, I know we shall be worthy of our duty.
Above all, we must keep alive that courageous spirit of adventure that is the finest quality of youth; and by youth I do not just mean those who are young in years; I mean too all those who are young in heart, no matter how old they may be.
CORONATION DAY SPEECH, JUNE 2, 1953, WESTMINSTER ABBEY
I have in sincerity pledged myself to your