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A speech by Prince Harry to the Royal Bahamian Defence Force, The Bahamas

Published 6 March 2012

You are a credit to your Nation.
The Duke of Sussex

Members of The Royal Bahamian Defence Force, you are a fine sight. ‬‪‬‪I am directed by The Queen, as Head of the RBDF, to extend Her Majesty's heartfelt good wishes to you all on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee. ‬‪‬‪In the past, Bahamians have fought and, tragically, some have laid down their lives for their Country and the cause of freedom. Their steadfastness and courage back then are reflected in your obvious professionalism on parade today. ‬‪‬‪

You are a credit to your Nation.

‬‪All Bahamians are proud of you, and salute you - as does our Queen.

15 September 2008

Prince William to join RAF Search and Rescue

I hand over my Colour with confidence that you will guard it well, just as you continue to guard your heritage, ethos and unique contribution to Defence.
A speech by The Queen at the Presentation of new Colours to the RAF

As a nation we maintain a deep and enduring gratitude for the selfless work undertaken by our Armed Forces, and to their families who endure so much.
A speech by The Queen to The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, 2008

My best wishes to you all, and 'Fear Naught'.
A speech by The Queen to the Royal Tank Regiment, 2008

31 July 2008

Prince William: Military Secondments in Autumn, 2008

2 June 2008

Prince William begins an attachment with the Royal Navy

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

6 May 2008

Prince William and Prince Harry, Royal Patrons, will attend City Salute pageant

30 April 2008

Prince William finishes RAF attachment with visit to Middle East and Afghanistan

11 April 2008

Prince William receives his RAF wings

14 December 2007

Prince William learns about wider Army role

10 October 2007

Prince William to serve on attachment to Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force in 2008

I am entrusting these new colours, which chronicle so much of the Regiment's history, to your safekeeping.
A speech by The Queen to the Honourable Artillery Company, 2007

The Canadian Corps transformed Vimy Ridge from a symbol of despair into a source of inspiration.
A speech by The Queen at the 90th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge

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

21 September 2006

Prince William joins the Household Cavalry (Blues and Royals)

8 August 2006

New Royal Navy patronages 2006

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

In a Regiment with such a rich family tradition it must give considerable cause for pride and satisfaction that the present generation of Welsh Guardsmen loses nothing in comparison with its predecessors.
Presentation of Colours to the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, 4 May 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.
Sovereign's Parade, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, 12 April 2006

I have vivid and happy memories of my visit to Brazil with Prince Philip in 1968, especially the warmth and hospitality of the Brazilian people.
State Visit, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil, 7 March 2006

12 April 2006

Prince Harry is commissioned from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst

25 January 2006

Prince Harry joins the Household Cavalry (Blues and Royals)

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

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

Success at Trafalgar was by no means a foregone conclusion.
Dinner in HMS Victory, 200th anniversary of Trafalgar, 21 October 2005

12 December 2005

Prince William undertakes work experience with a RAF Mountain Rescue Team

21 October 2005

Prince William passes his Regular Commissions Board (RCB)

An act of remembrance is an act of honour.
World War II commemorative event, Horse Guards Parade, 10 July 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
Marking 60th anniversary of the end of World War II in Guernsey, 9 May 2005

I am pleased that so many people are present today for whom the 9th of May has such a personal significance.
Visit to Jersey to mark the 60th anniversary of Liberation, 9 May 2005

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

30 November 2004

Prince Harry's entry into Sandhurst- an update

I take it upon myself to express the immense debt of gratitude we owe to you all. I salute you, and thank you on behalf of our whole nation.
60th anniversary D-Day commemoration in Arromanches, 6 June 2004

The sixtieth anniversary of the Normandy Landings is a moment for thanksgiving, and a moment of commemoration.
Official commemoration of the 60th anniversary of D-Day in France, 6 June 2004

26 May 2004

Official ceremonies to commemorate D-Day

We share the confidence - and the courage - to try and make this a more prosperous, a safer, and above all a freer world.
State Banquet, President of the United States of America, 19 November 2003

Twice within the span of a single generation, Australia and Britain stood side by side in two of the bloodiest wars in human history.
Opening of the new Australian War Memorial, London, 11 November 2003

Over the two World Wars and in the many conflicts since then, women in Britain and throughout the Commonwealth have faced and overcome all manner of challenges.
Opening of the exhibition 'Women and War', Imperial War Museum, 14 October 2003

I hope this Colour will be a symbol of the Fleet's enduring spirit and devotion to duty in times of stress and danger
Presentation of new colours to the Fleet in Plymouth, 23 July 2003

We as a nation are intensely proud of our armed forces and never more so than in recent weeks.
Presentation of new standards to the Household Cavalry, 21 May 2003

28 April 2003

Prince Harry awarded the honour of Parade Commander for the CCF Tattoo at Eton College

20 March 2003

Message to members of the Armed Forces serving in the Gulf

I am happy to be in Hamilton today in order to present new Colours and to visit my Canadian Argylls.
Ceremony for the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada, 10 October 2002

Britain is grateful to you, whether here in Portsmouth, in bases across the United Kingdom, or across the world.
Tri-Service gathering of the Armed Forces at Portsmouth, 27 June 2002

26 June 2002

Special Jubilee message to the Armed Services

19 February 2021

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