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7 May 2010
The tapestries have been lent by individuals and organisations with a love of Lesotho from right across Wales. A speech by Prince Harry to open the Dolen Cymru Lesotho Exhibition, National Museum of Wales, Cardiff
The tapestries have been lent by individuals and organisations with a love of Lesotho from right across Wales.
I have watched with enormous admiration how Canada has grown and matured while remaining true to its history. A speech by The Queen on Canada Day speech, 2010
I have watched with enormous admiration how Canada has grown and matured while remaining true to its history.
As old and valued friends, you are particularly welcome. A speech by The Queen at the Qatar State Banquet, 2010
As old and valued friends, you are particularly welcome.
28 April 2011
American and British Forces have fought shoulder to shoulder for a hundred years to safeguard the ideals and values our countries share. A speech by Prince Harry on HMS Intrepid
American and British Forces have fought shoulder to shoulder for a hundred years to safeguard the ideals and values our countries share.
15 September 2008
23 October 2009
South Africa and the United Kingdom have long been the closest of friends. A speech by The Queen at the South Africa State Banquet, 2010
South Africa and the United Kingdom have long been the closest of friends.
Never being able to say the word ‘mummy’ again in your life sounds like a small thing. A speech by Prince William at a reception for the Child Bereavement Charity, London
Never being able to say the word ‘mummy’ again in your life sounds like a small thing.
It is for them that Centrepoint represents the difference between misery and dejection and a sense of hope and renewed self confidence. A speech by Prince William to mark 40 years of the youth homelessness charity Centrepoint
It is for them that Centrepoint represents the difference between misery and dejection and a sense of hope and renewed self confidence.
This legacy is not ours to squander. A speech by Prince William to celebrate 20 years of the Tusk Trust
This legacy is not ours to squander.
I do feel there is truth in the view that society can learn much from British military values and ethos. An article by Prince William for the Armed Forces supplement in the Sunday Telegraph
I do feel there is truth in the view that society can learn much from British military values and ethos.
20 August 2008
21 April 2006
When life seems hard, the courageous do not lie down and accept defeat; instead, they are all the more determined to struggle for a better future. Christmas Broadcast 2008
When life seems hard, the courageous do not lie down and accept defeat; instead, they are all the more determined to struggle for a better future.
As Groucho Marx once said "Anyone can get old - all you have to do is to live long enough". And there are in my view many other anniversaries this year which are more deserving of celebration. A speech by The Queen at Mansion House for Her Majesty's 80th Birthday
As Groucho Marx once said "Anyone can get old - all you have to do is to live long enough". And there are in my view many other anniversaries this year which are more deserving of celebration.
It gives me great pleasure to address this House today in recognition of the importance of parliamentary democracy to the Commonwealth as a whole. A speech by The Queen at the Parliament Building in Kampala
It gives me great pleasure to address this House today in recognition of the importance of parliamentary democracy to the Commonwealth as a whole.
I greatly hope that the Elizabeth Cross will give further meaning to the nation’s debt of gratitude to the families and loved ones of those who have died in the service of our country. The Queen's broadcast to the Armed Forces, 1 July 2009
I greatly hope that the Elizabeth Cross will give further meaning to the nation’s debt of gratitude to the families and loved ones of those who have died in the service of our country.
I have been struck by the spirit of engagement and innovation shown by the Members as you seek to fulfil your commitment to serve the people of Scotland. An address by The Queen to the Scottish Parliament, 2009
I have been struck by the spirit of engagement and innovation shown by the Members as you seek to fulfil your commitment to serve the people of Scotland.
23 June 2005
As The Prince of Wales, our son, approaches his own sixtieth birthday, may I say that we are both enormously proud to have been reminded here today of his personal contribution to this remarkable organisation. A speech by The Queen at The Prince's Trust Headquarters
As The Prince of Wales, our son, approaches his own sixtieth birthday, may I say that we are both enormously proud to have been reminded here today of his personal contribution to this remarkable organisation.
The remarkable re-birth of this great and gleaming station means that people across the whole of Britain, not just the south-east, are suddenly quite a bit closer to Europe. A speech by The Queen at the opening of High Speed 1, St Pancras International
The remarkable re-birth of this great and gleaming station means that people across the whole of Britain, not just the south-east, are suddenly quite a bit closer to Europe.
Our shared pledge to “the pursuit of peace, liberty and progress” that my father helped to enshrine in the London Declaration in 1949 means as much today as it did then. A speech by The Queen at the opening of CHOGM, 2009
Our shared pledge to “the pursuit of peace, liberty and progress” that my father helped to enshrine in the London Declaration in 1949 means as much today as it did then.
British engagement in independent Mexico has contributed other interests, not the least of which has been the introduction of the game of football, a subject about which I have learnt over the years that it is generally unwise to draw national comparisons A speech by The Queen at the Mexican State Visit Banquet, 2009
British engagement in independent Mexico has contributed other interests, not the least of which has been the introduction of the game of football, a subject about which I have learnt over the years that it is generally unwise to draw national comparisons
We can rightly celebrate the fact that the founding members’ vision of the future has become a reality. The Queen's Commonwealth Day message, 2009
We can rightly celebrate the fact that the founding members’ vision of the future has become a reality.
We are so pleased to be back in Uganda. A speech by The Queen at the Ugandan State Banquet,2007
We are so pleased to be back in Uganda.
I shall enjoy not only renewing old acquaintances and making new ones but also recognising the breadth and depth of the friendship we have shared for so long. A speech by The Queen at the White House Arrival Ceremony, 2007
I shall enjoy not only renewing old acquaintances and making new ones but also recognising the breadth and depth of the friendship we have shared for so long.
I ask you to join me in a toast to the French Republic, to the President and to the prosperity of its regions and cities. Lunch at the Hotel Matignon, Paris, 6 April 2004
I ask you to join me in a toast to the French Republic, to the President and to the prosperity of its regions and cities.
I am sure that many millions of travellers will have reason to be appreciative of the thought and care that has gone into the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of this significant new terminal. A speech by The Queen at Heathrow airport's Terminal Five, 2008
I am sure that many millions of travellers will have reason to be appreciative of the thought and care that has gone into the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of this significant new terminal.
The birth of a baby brings great happiness - but then the business of growing up begins. Christmas Broadcast 2006
The birth of a baby brings great happiness - but then the business of growing up begins.
It is fitting that my visit to France should end with this impressive example of Franco-British and European co-operation. Visit to Toulouse, State Visit, France, 7 April 2004
It is fitting that my visit to France should end with this impressive example of Franco-British and European co-operation.
Australia has an enviable record at the Commonwealth Games. Australian Prime Minister's Commonwealth Games luncheon, 15 March 2006
Australia has an enviable record at the Commonwealth Games.
Australia in the course of my lifetime has firmly established itself amongst the most respected nations of the world. Dinner at Parliament House in Canberra, 14 March 2006
Australia in the course of my lifetime has firmly established itself amongst the most respected nations of the world.
It was universally agreed that the Opera House was something more than a performing arts centre, more than a great work of architecture. Opening of the new colonnade of Sydney Opera House, 13 March 2006
It was universally agreed that the Opera House was something more than a performing arts centre, more than a great work of architecture.
Your contribution to peace and stability within Northern Ireland has been unique. A speech by The Queen to the Royal Irish Regiment, Northern Ireland, 2006
Your contribution to peace and stability within Northern Ireland has been unique.
My mother once said that this country felt like a "home away from home" for the Queen of Canada. Ladies and gentlemen, six decades later it still does... Saskatchewan Legislature, Canada, 18 May 2005
My mother once said that this country felt like a "home away from home" for the Queen of Canada. Ladies and gentlemen, six decades later it still does...
I don’t need to tell this audience how amazing Lesotho is or how incredible the people are. A speech by Prince Harry at the third annual Lesotho Links Conference, Cardiff
I don’t need to tell this audience how amazing Lesotho is or how incredible the people are.
7 November 2007
My grandfather, father, husband and two sons have all undergone training here, and I have had many visits over the years. A speech by The Queen at the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth
My grandfather, father, husband and two sons have all undergone training here, and I have had many visits over the years.
I hope that this visit will demonstrate the importance the United Kingdom attaches to our relationship with Slovenia, as a partner in Europe and an ally in NATO, with whom we share so many common values and aspirations. A speech by The Queen at the Slovenian State Banquet, 2008
I hope that this visit will demonstrate the importance the United Kingdom attaches to our relationship with Slovenia, as a partner in Europe and an ally in NATO, with whom we share so many common values and aspirations.
23 December 2007
Success at Trafalgar was by no means a foregone conclusion. Dinner in HMS Victory, 200th anniversary of Trafalgar, 21 October 2005
Success at Trafalgar was by no means a foregone conclusion.
You are playing a key role in promoting peace, political stability and economic development in some of the world's most unsettled areas. A speech by The Queen at the Turkish State Banquet, 2008
You are playing a key role in promoting peace, political stability and economic development in some of the world's most unsettled areas.
28 August 2007
I have so many vivid memories and a tremendous sense of pride in being part of the Canadian family. Farewell dinner in Alberta, Canada, 24 May 2005
I have so many vivid memories and a tremendous sense of pride in being part of the Canadian family.
You are a shining illustration of the history of the British Army and of this great institution. A speech by The Queen at the Royal Hospital Chelsea's Founder's Day Parade, 2006
You are a shining illustration of the history of the British Army and of this great institution.
This day marks the beginning of what I hope will be highly successful careers as officers in the British Army or the armies of our friends and allies. Sovereign's Parade, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, 12 April 2006
This day marks the beginning of what I hope will be highly successful careers as officers in the British Army or the armies of our friends and allies.
It is to the men and women of Wales that you, the members of this National Assembly, ultimately answer. An address by The Queen to the National Assembly for Wales, 2006
It is to the men and women of Wales that you, the members of this National Assembly, ultimately answer.