QUEEN ELIZABETH II
Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years.
Elizabeth II was Queen of the United Kingdom from 6 February 1952 until her death on 8 September 2022.
Her reign of 70 years and 214 days was the longest of any British monarch and the second-longest recorded of any monarch of a sovereign country.
The United Kingdom's longest reigning monarch has inspired millions of people around the globe with stunningly brilliant sentiments.
Her words have inspired billions throughout 70 years of reign, touching global citizens beyond Great Britain's borders. Check out Notable quotes of Britain's Queen Elizabeth.
"I cannot lead you into battle. I do not give you laws or administer justice. But I can do something else. I can give you my heart and my devotion to these old islands and to all the peoples of our brotherhood of nations."
"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."
"I have in sincerity pledged myself to your service, as so many of you are pledged to mine. Throughout all my life and with all my heart I shall strive to be worthy of your trust."
"I for one believe there are lessons to be drawn from her life and from the extraordinary and moving reaction to her death. I share in your determination to cherish her memory."
"Our modern world places such heavy demands on our time and attention that the need to remember our responsibilities to others is greater than ever."
"Even when your life seems most monotonous, what you do is always of real value — and importance to your fellow men."
"It's worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change."
"Everyone is our neighbor; no matter what race, creed, or color."
"It has been women who have breathed gentleness and care into the harsh progress of mankind."
"When peace comes, remember it will be for us, the children of today, to make the world of tomorrow a better and happier place.”