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I remember with fondness my meeting with His Holiness during my visit to the Vatican in 2009. A message of condolence from The King following the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
I remember with fondness my meeting with His Holiness during my visit to the Vatican in 2009.
13 January 2023
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11 November 2022
In this time of change and uncertainty I think the W.I’s traditional values of playing your part through education and public debate are just as important as ever. A speech by The Queen at the Sandringham Women's Institute, 2009
In this time of change and uncertainty I think the W.I’s traditional values of playing your part through education and public debate are just as important as ever.
I am confident that this diverse Commonwealth of nations can strengthen the common bond that transcends politics, religion, race and economic circumstances. Christmas Broadcast 2009
I am confident that this diverse Commonwealth of nations can strengthen the common bond that transcends politics, religion, race and economic circumstances.
Often, your loyalty to one another will mean the difference between life and death. A speech by Prince William at the Sun newspaper’s Military Awards, 2009
Often, your loyalty to one another will mean the difference between life and death.
Prince Philip and I are delighted to be back in Trinidad and Tobago after more than twenty years, renewing our happy association with your country. A speech by The Queen in Trinidad and Tobago, 2009
Prince Philip and I are delighted to be back in Trinidad and Tobago after more than twenty years, renewing our happy association with your country.
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.
The United Kingdom will continue to follow and support Bermuda's progress to the very best of her ability A speech by The Queen in Bermuda, 2009
The United Kingdom will continue to follow and support Bermuda's progress to the very best of her ability
1 December 2009
Relations between our two countries are built on strong and deep foundations, and are set fair for the 21st century. A speech by The Queen at the Indian State Banquet, 2009
Relations between our two countries are built on strong and deep foundations, and are set fair for the 21st century.
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.
1 August 2009
You can be justly proud of your achievements, as – I am sure – are your families and friends. A speech by The Queen at RAF Cranwell, 2009
You can be justly proud of your achievements, as – I am sure – are your families and friends.
26 June 2009
You have the greatest cause to be proud of your achievements. A speech by The Queen to the 1st Battalion Irish Guards, 2009
You have the greatest cause to be proud of your achievements.
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.
I am delighted to welcome you all here this evening. A speech by The Queen at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting dinner, 2009
I am delighted to welcome you all here this evening.
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You should be justly proud of your successes and achievements, recognised in their own right by this presentation of your Regimental Colours today. An address by The Earl of Wessex at the Presentation of Colours to the Royal Gibraltar Regiment
You should be justly proud of your successes and achievements, recognised in their own right by this presentation of your Regimental Colours today.
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70 'Did you know?' facts to celebrate Her Royal Highness's landmark birthday.
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