But I cannot think of any Christmas of my reign when the message of the angels has been more apt. Christmas Broadcast 1995
But I cannot think of any Christmas of my reign when the message of the angels has been more apt.
May the Christmas story encourage you, for it is a message of hope every year, not for a few, but for all. Christmas Broadcast 1988
May the Christmas story encourage you, for it is a message of hope every year, not for a few, but for all.
Throughout this memorable day I have been uplifted and sustained by the knowledge that your thoughts and prayers were with me. A speech by The Queen on her Coronation Day, 1953
Throughout this memorable day I have been uplifted and sustained by the knowledge that your thoughts and prayers were with me.
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. A speech by the Queen on her 21st Birthday, 1947
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.
I hope that all of us lucky enough to be able to enjoy such gatherings this Christmas will take time to count our blessings. Christmas Broadcast 1990
I hope that all of us lucky enough to be able to enjoy such gatherings this Christmas will take time to count our blessings.
Every year I look forward to opening the letters, parcels and telegrams that come to me from all parts of the world. Christmas Broadcast 1958
Every year I look forward to opening the letters, parcels and telegrams that come to me from all parts of the world.
I am constantly amazed by the generosity of donors and subscribers, great and small, who give so willingly and often towards the enjoyment of others. Christmas Broadcast 1991
I am constantly amazed by the generosity of donors and subscribers, great and small, who give so willingly and often towards the enjoyment of others.
Twenty-five years ago my grandfather broadcast the first of these Christmas messages. Today is another landmark because television has made it possible for many of you to see me in your homes on Christmas Day. Christmas Broadcast 1957
Twenty-five years ago my grandfather broadcast the first of these Christmas messages. Today is another landmark because television has made it possible for many of you to see me in your homes on Christmas Day.
More than ten thousand men and women can take great pride in the parts they have played in the creation of this symbol of Australian unity and democracy. A speech by The Queen to mark Australia's bicentenary
More than ten thousand men and women can take great pride in the parts they have played in the creation of this symbol of Australian unity and democracy.
Since my accession ten months ago, your loyalty and affection have been an immense support and encouragement. I want to take this Christmas Day, my first opportunity, to thank you with all my heart. Christmas Broadcast 1952
Since my accession ten months ago, your loyalty and affection have been an immense support and encouragement. I want to take this Christmas Day, my first opportunity, to thank you with all my heart.
Perhaps this Jubilee is a time to remind ourselves of the benefits which union has conferred, at home and in our international dealings, on the inhabitants of all parts of this United Kingdom. A speech by The Queen to Parliament on her Silver Jubilee
Perhaps this Jubilee is a time to remind ourselves of the benefits which union has conferred, at home and in our international dealings, on the inhabitants of all parts of this United Kingdom.
Unlike all the other planets in the solar system, earth shimmers green and blue in the sunlight and looks a very pleasant place to live. Christmas Broadcast 1989
Unlike all the other planets in the solar system, earth shimmers green and blue in the sunlight and looks a very pleasant place to live.
The things which I have here before promised, I will perform and keep. So help me God. The Queen's Coronation Oath, 1953
The things which I have here before promised, I will perform and keep. So help me God.
But friendship, whether we are talking of continents or next door neighbours, should not need strife as its forerunner. Christmas Broadcast 1984
But friendship, whether we are talking of continents or next door neighbours, should not need strife as its forerunner.
Let there be no doubt that Britain is faced with formidable problems, but let there also be no doubt she will overcome them. Christmas Broadcast 1967
Let there be no doubt that Britain is faced with formidable problems, but let there also be no doubt she will overcome them.
At the same time I want to show that the Crown is not merely an abstract symbol of our unity but a personal and living bond between you and me. Christmas Broadcast 1953
At the same time I want to show that the Crown is not merely an abstract symbol of our unity but a personal and living bond between you and me.
Never before has there been a group of independent nations linked in this way by their common history and continuing affection. Christmas Broadcast 1970
Never before has there been a group of independent nations linked in this way by their common history and continuing affection.
My grandfather, King George V, started the tradition of the Christmas Day Broadcasts back in 1932. Christmas Broadcast 1978
My grandfather, King George V, started the tradition of the Christmas Day Broadcasts back in 1932.
These success stories are often pushed into the background but they are the guarantee of our future. Christmas Broadcast 1985
These success stories are often pushed into the background but they are the guarantee of our future.
Today we celebrate the birth of the child who transformed history and gave us a great faith. Christmas Broadcast 1979
Today we celebrate the birth of the child who transformed history and gave us a great faith.
The Christmas message is really one for all seasons and not just for one day of the year. Christmas Broadcast 1971
The Christmas message is really one for all seasons and not just for one day of the year.
Although the contribution which any one person can make is small, it is real and important. Christmas Broadcast 1960
Although the contribution which any one person can make is small, it is real and important.
Remember that good spreads outwards and every little does help. Christmas Broadcast 1976
Remember that good spreads outwards and every little does help.
In a short time the 1960s will be over but not out of our memories. Historians will record them as the decade in which men first reached out beyond our own planet and set foot on the moon, but each one of us will have our own special triumphs or tragedies Christmas Broadcast 1969
In a short time the 1960s will be over but not out of our memories. Historians will record them as the decade in which men first reached out beyond our own planet and set foot on the moon, but each one of us will have our own special triumphs or tragedies
As the old year passes, let us celebrate Christmas with thanksgiving and carry its message of peace and good will into the year ahead. Christmas Broadcast 1959
As the old year passes, let us celebrate Christmas with thanksgiving and carry its message of peace and good will into the year ahead.
We know the reward is peace on earth, goodwill toward men, but we cannot win it without determination and concerted effort. Christmas Broadcast 1963
We know the reward is peace on earth, goodwill toward men, but we cannot win it without determination and concerted effort.
You young people are needed; there is a great task ahead of you - the building of a new world. Christmas Broadcast 1964
You young people are needed; there is a great task ahead of you - the building of a new world.
Neither the long and troubled centuries that have passed since that child was born, nor the complex scientific developments of our age, have done anything to dim the simple joy and bright hope we all feel when we celebrate his birthday. Christmas Broadcast 1956
Neither the long and troubled centuries that have passed since that child was born, nor the complex scientific developments of our age, have done anything to dim the simple joy and bright hope we all feel when we celebrate his birthday.
For that child was to show that there is nothing in heaven and earth that cannot be achieved by faith and by love and service to one's neighbour. Christmas Broadcast 1961
For that child was to show that there is nothing in heaven and earth that cannot be achieved by faith and by love and service to one's neighbour.