5 July 2013
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I recall my own happiness, discovering this beautiful country for myself and for the first time, and developing my own great affection for the French people. A speech by The Queen at the French State Banquet, 2014
I recall my own happiness, discovering this beautiful country for myself and for the first time, and developing my own great affection for the French people.
We will remember our past, but we shall no longer allow our past to ensnare our future. This is the greatest gift we can give to succeeding generations. A speech by The Queen at the Irish State Banquet, 2014
We will remember our past, but we shall no longer allow our past to ensnare our future. This is the greatest gift we can give to succeeding generations.
A speech by The Duke of Cambridge at the Winter Whites Gala 2012
What unites us all as 53 different nations is our love of a game that crosses boundaries. A speech by The Duke of Cambridge to the UEFA Congress
What unites us all as 53 different nations is our love of a game that crosses boundaries.
Our people have had a close friendship ever since the first British diplomatic mission was established in Korea 130 years ago. A speech by The Queen at the Korean State Banquet, 2013
Our people have had a close friendship ever since the first British diplomatic mission was established in Korea 130 years ago.
It is a great pleasure to visit the BBC today, and to see it in its new home. A speech by The Queen to open the new BBC Broadcasting House
It is a great pleasure to visit the BBC today, and to see it in its new home.
The Regimental Association is the very embodiment of the Regimental Family and I trust that it will thrive equally well over the next century too! A speech by The Queen at the Grenadier Guards Garden Party
The Regimental Association is the very embodiment of the Regimental Family and I trust that it will thrive equally well over the next century too!
I have long held an admiration for the work of engineers, a sentiment that is shared by other members of my family. A speech by The Queen at The Queen Elizabeth prize for Engineering, 2013
I have long held an admiration for the work of engineers, a sentiment that is shared by other members of my family.
I hope the carefully chosen words of the Charter will reinvigorate efforts, already begun, to make the Commonwealth fit and agile for the years ahead. A speech by The Queen at the Commonwealth Reception, 2013
I hope the carefully chosen words of the Charter will reinvigorate efforts, already begun, to make the Commonwealth fit and agile for the years ahead.
let us bear in mind the great opportunity that is offered by the Commonwealth – of joining with others, stronger together, for the common good. Commonwealth Day Message, 11 March 2013
let us bear in mind the great opportunity that is offered by the Commonwealth – of joining with others, stronger together, for the common good.
Your visit this week is a chance to celebrate the depth of our partnership – a partnership that continues to grow and strengthen. A speech by The Queen at the Emirati State Lunch, 2013
Your visit this week is a chance to celebrate the depth of our partnership – a partnership that continues to grow and strengthen.
We will witness an exceptional moment in our Island History. A speech by The Duke of Cambridge at Vernon Park, Nottingham
We will witness an exceptional moment in our Island History.
I have seen the fortitude, ingenuity, and determination of the people of Brisbane to overcome the setbacks of last January. A speech by The Queen at the Rain Bank Storm Harvesting Centre, Brisbane, 2011
I have seen the fortitude, ingenuity, and determination of the people of Brisbane to overcome the setbacks of last January.
The success of the modern Olympiads owes much to the significant role that you, the Members of the IOC, play in promoting the Olympic spirit across the world. A speech by The Queen at the International Olympic Committee Reception, 2012
The success of the modern Olympiads owes much to the significant role that you, the Members of the IOC, play in promoting the Olympic spirit across the world.
I would like to congratulate all those who have played a part: the planners, the financers, the engineers and contractors. A speech by The Queen at the opening of Tyne Tunnel Two
I would like to congratulate all those who have played a part: the planners, the financers, the engineers and contractors.
That remarkable spirit of Wales has been very evident in this valley today. A speech by The Queen in Ebbw Vale
That remarkable spirit of Wales has been very evident in this valley today.
Scotland has played such a very special part in our lives, and that of my family, over the years and we have greatly enjoyed our frequent visits. A speech by The Queen in Perth, Scotland, 2012
Scotland has played such a very special part in our lives, and that of my family, over the years and we have greatly enjoyed our frequent visits.
Our relationship runs deep, and the United Kingdom is proud to have played its part in Kuwait’s recent history. A speech by The Queen at the Kuwaiti State Banquet, 2012
Our relationship runs deep, and the United Kingdom is proud to have played its part in Kuwait’s recent history.
Your visit is an opportunity for us to develop all aspects of our relationship, from trade and investment to areas such as climate change and education. A speech by The Queen at the Indonesian State Banquet, 2012
Your visit is an opportunity for us to develop all aspects of our relationship, from trade and investment to areas such as climate change and education.
We are very proud of the selfless service, and sacrifices made by servicemen and women and their families in recent years. A speech by The Queen at the Armed Forces Muster, 2012
We are very proud of the selfless service, and sacrifices made by servicemen and women and their families in recent years.
I look forward to seeing much of the hospitality and the dynamism for which this part of England is rightly renowned. A speech by The Queen in Burnley, Lancashire, 2012
I look forward to seeing much of the hospitality and the dynamism for which this part of England is rightly renowned.
I hope that you will enjoy your time in the United Kingdom, and I am sure that you will find a warm reception awaiting you, your athletes and the visiting spectators. A speech by The Queen at the Olympic Heads of Government Reception, 2012
I hope that you will enjoy your time in the United Kingdom, and I am sure that you will find a warm reception awaiting you, your athletes and the visiting spectators.
1 January 2012
30 April 2011
It’s knowing that so many of Scotland’s finest brains and greatest achievers gained – and continue to gain - inspiration from this place A speech by Prince William at St. Andrews University, Scotland
It’s knowing that so many of Scotland’s finest brains and greatest achievers gained – and continue to gain - inspiration from this place
You are worthy successors to those soldiers of General Monck’s Regiment of Foot, who, in 1660, marched from Coldstream to restore law and order in the Capital. A speech by The Queen to the Coldstream Guards, 2012
You are worthy successors to those soldiers of General Monck’s Regiment of Foot, who, in 1660, marched from Coldstream to restore law and order in the Capital.
Let us all give a thought to the practical ways in which we, as individuals or as groups, can provide support to girls and women – so that everyone can have a chance of a fuller and more rewarding life, wherever they happen to be born. The Queen's Commonwealth Day Message, 2011
Let us all give a thought to the practical ways in which we, as individuals or as groups, can provide support to girls and women – so that everyone can have a chance of a fuller and more rewarding life, wherever they happen to be born.
25 September 2012
19 January 2011
19 April 2011
The Commonwealth offers a pathway for this greater understanding and the opportunity to expand upon our shared experiences in a wider world. The Queen's Commonwealth Day Message, 2012
The Commonwealth offers a pathway for this greater understanding and the opportunity to expand upon our shared experiences in a wider world.
The Church has a duty to protect the free practice of all faiths in this country A speech by The Queen at Lambeth Palace, 2012
The Church has a duty to protect the free practice of all faiths in this country
1 April 2012
You have endeared yourselves to the international Commonwealth community, showing them a State of professional excellence, generosity and goodwill. A speech by The Queen at The Big Aussie BBQ in Perth, 2011
You have endeared yourselves to the international Commonwealth community, showing them a State of professional excellence, generosity and goodwill.
24 October 2010
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.
We are reminded here of our past, of the continuity of our national story and the virtues of resilience, ingenuity and tolerance which created it. An address by The Queen to Parliament, 2012
We are reminded here of our past, of the continuity of our national story and the virtues of resilience, ingenuity and tolerance which created it.
15 April 2011
We have come through a great deal together to develop what is, today, a very modern partnership. A speech by The Queen at the Turkish State Banquet, 2011
We have come through a great deal together to develop what is, today, a very modern partnership.
22 July 2010
This city is known for its optimism; this state is known for its opportunity and potential; and, this country is known for its warmth, openness and generosity. A speech by The Queen to open Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, 2011
This city is known for its optimism; this state is known for its opportunity and potential; and, this country is known for its warmth, openness and generosity.
The presentation of Colours is a special opportunity to recognise the past achievements, to give thanks for commitment and loyalty today, and to express confidence in the future. A speech by The Queen at the Presentation of Colours, Royal Military College of Australia
The presentation of Colours is a special opportunity to recognise the past achievements, to give thanks for commitment and loyalty today, and to express confidence in the future.
Australia has flourished and achieved excellence on the world stage. A speech by The Queen at Parliament House in Canberra, 2011
Australia has flourished and achieved excellence on the world stage.
We can be proud of the legacy of Bletchley: proud that Colossus was the first computer, and that the British people, supported by our friends and allies, rose to the challenge. A speech by The Queen at Bletchley Park
We can be proud of the legacy of Bletchley: proud that Colossus was the first computer, and that the British people, supported by our friends and allies, rose to the challenge.
A fresh chapter has now opened with this presentation of new Colours to six of the seven battalions of The Royal Regiment of Scotland. A speech by The Queen to the Royal Regiment of Scotland, 2011
A fresh chapter has now opened with this presentation of new Colours to six of the seven battalions of The Royal Regiment of Scotland.
Now, in its second decade, the Scottish Parliament is firmly established as an integral part of Scottish public life. An address by The Queen to the Scottish Parliament, 2011
Now, in its second decade, the Scottish Parliament is firmly established as an integral part of Scottish public life.
I trust that, with these new powers, you will remain devoted to the task of serving the best interests of all the people of Wales. An address by The Queen to the National Assembly for Wales, 2011
I trust that, with these new powers, you will remain devoted to the task of serving the best interests of all the people of Wales.
This exchange of people and projects has enlarged and invigorated our common language – although I think you will agree we do not always use it in quite the same way! A speech by The Queen at the US State Banquet, 2011
This exchange of people and projects has enlarged and invigorated our common language – although I think you will agree we do not always use it in quite the same way!
I hope that today will be a special and memorable time for each and every one of you. A speech by The Queen in Winnipeg, 2010
I hope that today will be a special and memorable time for each and every one of you.
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