19 May 2005
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These natural and human tragedies provided the headline news; they also provoked a quite remarkable humanitarian response. Christmas Broadcast 2005
These natural and human tragedies provided the headline news; they also provoked a quite remarkable humanitarian response.
28 April 2005
An act of remembrance is an act of honour. World War II commemorative event, Horse Guards Parade, 10 July 2005
An act of remembrance is an act of honour.
It was the unique quality of his leadership that so inspired the British nation and free peoples throughout the world. Opening the new Churchill Museum in London, 10 February 2005
It was the unique quality of his leadership that so inspired the British nation and free peoples throughout the world.
We both retain a deep affection for your country and the outgoing, generous Maltese people who have always offered us the hand of friendship. State banquet in Malta, 23 November 2005
We both retain a deep affection for your country and the outgoing, generous Maltese people who have always offered us the hand of friendship.
I remember the bonfires along the coastline as we arrived and the enthusiastic welcome we received as guests of your grandfather, King Haakon. Norway State Banquet, 25 October 2005
I remember the bonfires along the coastline as we arrived and the enthusiastic welcome we received as guests of your grandfather, King Haakon.
In creating this new institution, you are building on a rich academic heritage and a fine tradition of excellence in both teaching and research. Presentation of a Royal Charter to the University of Manchester, 22 October 2004
In creating this new institution, you are building on a rich academic heritage and a fine tradition of excellence in both teaching and research.
Prince Philip and I are happy to be in Guernsey on this sixtieth anniversary of liberation and to have joined in the Service of Thanksgiving Marking 60th anniversary of the end of World War II in Guernsey, 9 May 2005
Prince Philip and I are happy to be in Guernsey on this sixtieth anniversary of liberation and to have joined in the Service of Thanksgiving
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While all Albertans — and all Canadians — value this history as a colourful account of the past, we also view it as a foundation for our present and future. Centenary of Alberta joining Confederation, Alberta Legislature, Canada, 24 May 2005
While all Albertans — and all Canadians — value this history as a colourful account of the past, we also view it as a foundation for our present and future.
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.
I retain a deep affection for this great country and for the people who take such pride in saying "I am Canadian". Federal lunch in Regina, Saskatchewan, 20 May 2005
I retain a deep affection for this great country and for the people who take such pride in saying "I am Canadian".
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...
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Everyone is our neighbour, no matter what race, creed or colour. Christmas Broadcast 2004
Everyone is our neighbour, no matter what race, creed or colour.
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I was struck by the spirit of the Korean people, and their determination to overcome adversity State Banquet, President of the Republic of Korea, 1 December 2004
I was struck by the spirit of the Korean people, and their determination to overcome adversity
Each time I return to Berlin I marvel at the changes. State Banquet held in the Zeughaus, Berlin, Germany, 2 November 2004
Each time I return to Berlin I marvel at the changes.
We meet in a remarkably open and transparent chamber, where this Parliament sits in the round in European fashion. Opening of the new Scottish Parliament building, Edinburgh, 9 October 2004
We meet in a remarkably open and transparent chamber, where this Parliament sits in the round in European fashion.
Links between Britain and Toulouse have existed over many centuries. Hôtel De Ville in Toulouse, French State Visit, 7 April 2004
Links between Britain and Toulouse have existed over many centuries.
15 February 2002
We both look forward with optimism as partners working closely together for a stronger more effective Europe. State Banquet, Buckingham Palace, President of Poland, 5 May 2004
We both look forward with optimism as partners working closely together for a stronger more effective Europe.
15 August 2003
Separation at this time is especially hard to bear. Christmas Broadcast 2003
Separation at this time is especially hard to bear.
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.
26 May 2004
I remember my own childhood Christmases here, with my father and mother, and a great family gathering, and now I delight in seeing my children and grandchildren enjoying the same traditions. Christmas Broadcast 1996
I remember my own childhood Christmases here, with my father and mother, and a great family gathering, and now I delight in seeing my children and grandchildren enjoying the same traditions.
Russia has established itself as our partner and our friend. A speech by The Queen at the Russian State Banquet, 2003
Russia has established itself as our partner and our friend.
12 February 2002
New Zealand is working to improve and strengthen all the various relationships between Maori and the Crown. Maori gathering at Rehua Marae, Christchurch, New Zealand, 25 February 2002
New Zealand is working to improve and strengthen all the various relationships between Maori and the Crown.
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He has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years. A speech by The Queen on her Golden Wedding Anniversary
He has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years.