True patriotism doesn’t exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.
QUEEN ELIZABETH IITo all those who have suffered as a consequence of our troubled past I extend my sincere thoughts and deep sympathy. With the benefit of historical hindsight we can all see things which we would wish had been done differently or not at all.
More Queen Elizabeth II Quotes
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To what greater inspiration and counsel can we turn than to the imperishable truth to be found in this treasure house, the Bible?
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Cowards falter, but danger is often overcome by those who nobly dare.
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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.
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[On the 1982 intruder into her bedroom:] I realized immediately that it wasn’t a servant because they don’t slam doors.
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It is as queen of Canada that I am here. Queen of Canada and all Canadians, not just one or two ancestral strains.
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[To a woman whose cellphone rang during a formal meeting:] You’d better answer that. It could be someone important.
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I have to be seen to be believed.
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[To the suggestion that Great Britain might someday want a Republic:] We’ll go quietly.
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The British Constitution has always been puzzling and always will be.
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For many, Christmas is also a time for coming together. But for others, service will come first.
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Grief is the price we pay for love.
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The events that I have attended to mark my Diamond Jubilee have been a humbling experience. It has touched me deeply to see so many thousands of families, neighbors and friends celebrating together in such a happy atmosphere.
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Madam President, speaking here in Dublin Castle it is impossible to ignore the weight of history, as it was yesterday when you and I laid wreaths at the Garden of Remembrance.
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For me, heaven is likely to be a bit of a come-down.
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Families, friends and communities often find a source of courage rising up from within. Indeed, sadly, it seems that it is tragedy that often draws out the most and the best from the human spirit.
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