During the blitz Queen Elizabeth was asked if the Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret would be sent to Canada for their safety. She answered, "They won't leave without me. I won't leave without the King and the King will never leave."
I wouldn't have been strong enough to do this when my grandma passed. I was just too emotional. They are very strong to have to grieve in the present of the public.
But did you know...Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, was not the only daughter-in-law of King George V to live to be 102? Princess Alice, the wife of Prince Henry, the Duke of Gloucester, George V's third son, died in 2004 also at the age of 102. Amazing longevity in the women of the House of Windsor.
Yes it is. On a side note, it is interesting to point out that she may be the only queen consort and possibly the only member of any royal family to live during three different centuries. She was born in 1900 which technically (just ask any astronomer) is part of the 19th century and she lived the entire duration of the 20th century and then died in the 21st century.
yeah except these women are added to the house of Windsor and NOT from the house of Windsor and not related to each other so their longevity has no connection to either the house of Windsor or to each other so really 2 broads lived a long loooong time whoop dee doo
I'm sure the four grandsons of the Queen Mother (and her two granddaughters, who did not participate in the vigil) felt her loss very acutely, but my heart especially went out to Viscount Linley and his sister Lady Sarah, who had recently lost their mother as well.
We loved the Queen Mum in our house. My own grandmother resembled her greatly. My mother once remarked when people were angry with the Queen for not displaying emotion after Diana's death that she wouldn't and couldn't show emotion when her own mother passes away, but in private she will be devastated. I think that must have been true, despite the Queen Mum's long life. After all was said and done, she was a beloved mother.
It's said that when she was at Balmoral the Queen Mother liked to walk around the village, have a chat with whoever was in their front garden and would invite herself in for a cup of tea :)
She was always my favourite member of Great Britains Royal Family. I mean, I generally respect the whole of the family, but HRH Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother always stood out. I greatly admire her to this day. What a fine person she was.
Such ceremony brings me to tears. I just love royalty and the ceremonies of the United Kingdom. Many Australians still remain loyal to our original roots.
To the person (anonymously naming him/herself "12345") who replied to my comment (and whose response has obviously been removed from this site because of it's disrespect both to my opinion and the people of the United Kingdom ), the British and the Royal Family still have feelings for Australians I am sure. We have never done anything to offend them (nor they us) and we have fought together as a people against common foes. We are all still part of the British Commonwealth. We are all human beings living on the one planet and we are ALL really related to one another in some way. Let me enjoy the ceremony if I wish....please
Again another response from that person who showed more disrespect to me by calling me names. Well, there is no need to reply because I have removed your comment links so I will never see them again (and you should be ashamed to admit to being British with comments like that to someone you do not even know). Matter settled, and spite of what malice you have towsrds your fellow man I wish you good luck in life.
my first trip to England, i arrived in London the day she died. I watched her funeral cortege pass thru London and saw the Princes walking behind it. So fascinating and special. I love the Royals
LUCKILY this one Augusta, GA guy happened to be in London that Easter Weekend 2002 when the Queen Mother passes away. It was incredible. I queued the 4 miles around the Thames to pass the casket in the video. The spotlights on those CROWN Jewels were blinding. Words do no good. And neither am I over her Memorial Service in St Paul's Cathedral, London open to all. We even practiced the hymns to be perfect for the BBC worldwide broadcast of the service led by the Bishop of London!! And to think she was 102, and there I happen to be!!! It even gets better. Earlier I saw Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip in the week leaving Holy Thursday services at Cantebury Cathedral. Perish the thought, but I was so close to her Rolls, I could have tapped on the limo's windows. I sure got my money's worth on the trip to Britain!! Go, don't miss it.
Noel Coward and the Queen Mother were attending a function together. Noel started eyeing up some of the guards and the Queen Mother noticed him doing so. She slyly murmured to him “Don’t bother Noel, they count them before they put them out.” A fabulous lady and forward thinking for her time.
R.I.P. Tom Fleming. One of Scotland's greatest actors, writers and commentators. I especially enjoyed his commentary in the Edinburgh Military Tatoos during 40 years of broadcasting. Hwu Edwards is a wonderful successor to Mr. Fleming as he handled William and Kate's Royal Wedding. I happened to watch it on BBC America, by the way.
I remember reading that this was also done when George V died. His four surviving sons (Edward/Prince of Wales, Albert/Duke of York, Henry/Duke of Gloucester, and George/Duke of Kent) stood guard over their father's coffin, just as is done in the video.
May Queen Elizabeth II live to (and beyond) the point in which her youngest grandson (Viscount Severn - currently 3) will be old enough to join his three male first cousins (Prince William, Prince Harry, and Peter Phillips) in their own Vigil of the Princes in honor of their grandmother.
Irrespective of whether anyone is a monarchist/royalist this shows perfectly how we Brits lead the world in Pomp & Circumstance.The Queen Mother was admired & respected throught the world for her unfailing duty to her nation & it's people,beside her husband & latterly at her daughter's side.Personally,I'm not in any way 'loyal' to the crown but the QM was given a right royal send off.
I chose to mourn in public with others. Some chose to mourn in private. These men showed their love by standing there in public. What greater love can you show ?
HM, the Queen Mother earned my utmost respect for her courage during World War II, determined to stay in the United Kingdom with HM, King George VI, despite the danger to the Royal Family. “The Princesses won’t leave without me, I won’t leave without the King, the King won’t leave”.
Actually, it was never "the custom". Edward VIII decided to do it for his father; this merely confirmed it as a *new* custom; one I hope they continue - it's so beautiful & loving.
The royal family do ha e to do the most difficult duties. They cant just rush off to the loo or scratch an itch. They stand on ceremony for us and in all weathers.
Eternal rest. She & her husband were stout hearted in WWII. Britain w/ the Commonwealth did truly stand alone athwart Hitler. It was those long months alone which saved the world from Hitler. The rest of the world was ready to role over & play like a whipped puppy. I that has much to do w/ why Britain resisted any effort towards a republic in the intervening years. I doubt Charles will command the same respect. A wonderful scene despite the pompous announcer.
Regardless of where their DNA came from or who how fancy their houses may be, this is simply four boys standing guard over the coffin of their Grandmother. That is the reason so many people are drawn to this video.
Got that right,the monarchy may be symbolic,but the true reality is when the monarchy wants something done,does not have to be political in nature either,it gets done..They have the true power of the people behind them,and that is why Great Britain still is truly the #1 superpower,even the US bows in honor and dignity towards the Queen and it is as it should be and has been..we all would not be here without their stout support and defense.
I'm jealous. My only trip to England was the spring of 'Annus Horribilis' (21 yrs ago). I loved every minute of it, but I hate to think that I was there the only year the Queen hated enough to name.
Nobody does Majesty, like we, the British. Ours IS an amalgam of, our blessed islands. Unless a person is really British, I mean, their bloodline, how can they understand us??
@tambrosia whats there to mess up.. the queen does not REALLY rules you know. The government is headed by the prime minister. The queen acts only as symbolic head of state
If you love the royals, then support them. Though many monarchies were abolished but the British monarchy will last forever. I believe the lovely queen mum watches over us from the highest heaven.
O tempo está passando Big Ben ... uma Rainha se vai e outra vem ... Congratulações ... A força do Cristo está presente ... persistamos até o fim ... REINO DE DEUS NA TERRA ... Humano RESGATE DA ALIANÇA DE DEUS E DO HOMEM ... OS FILHOS DE DEUS E OS FILHOS DO HOMEM ... QUE O FILHO DO HOMEM CONSIGA SEGURAR A MÃO DE ... (DE DEUS) QUINEI O FILHO DE DEUS CONSEGUIU SEGURAR A MÃO DE ABRÃO (DE HOMEM)
I attended Her Majesty's Lying in State. As we shuffled down the stairs we were held quietly. The room was absolutely still. The next 4 immaculate Cavalrymen came out in perfect step from the stone steps to the side and the guardch anged silently. We were then allowed forward but no one moved. We just stood there. An American I had been talking with earlier and explaining some of the historical matters said quietly 'Now THAT is how you Brits show the rest of us how to do respect'. And its true.
no, this is intended to be a ceremony for male descendants of the royal, but in the case when the Queen dies in the next few years, the female daughters/granddaughters will be involved as well as her sons/grandsons
The Queen Mother was a grand dame something we miss today. Queen Elizabeth II, I believe now is the longest serving monarch. Many say the monarchy needs to be abolished, I say bullocks. Wish we had it here in America versus the man from Kenya who is such a fool who has messed up twice before Her Magesty. Please Lord Save the QUEEN and get rid of Obammy!
During the blitz Queen Elizabeth was asked if the Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret would be sent to Canada for their safety. She answered, "They won't leave without me. I won't leave without the King and the King will never leave."
Nobody does pomp and ceremony quite like the Brits. Magnificent.
I wouldn't have been strong enough to do this when my grandma passed. I was just too emotional. They are very strong to have to grieve in the present of the public.
You have to feel for Viscount Linley here. Remember, he'd buried his mother, Princess Margret only a couple of months before this. :-(
kiwibeca that’s right. I forgot about that. She not only buried her husband, but one of her daughters in her other daughter’s golden jubilee year.
That was very excellent and it was not just for show. They did love their grandmother.
England so excels at ceremony. God bless you all over there.
But did you know...Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, was not the only daughter-in-law of King George V to live to be 102? Princess Alice, the wife of Prince Henry, the Duke of Gloucester, George V's third son, died in 2004 also at the age of 102. Amazing longevity in the women of the House of Windsor.
Yes it is. On a side note, it is interesting to point out that she may be the only queen consort and possibly the only member of any royal family to live during three different centuries. She was born in 1900 which technically (just ask any astronomer) is part of the 19th century and she lived the entire duration of the 20th century and then died in the 21st century.
yeah except these women are added to the house of Windsor and NOT from the house of Windsor and not related to each other so their longevity has no connection to either the house of Windsor or to each other so really 2 broads lived a long loooong time whoop dee doo
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She did not live to be 102. She died in March and wouldn't have been 102 until August.
I'm sure the four grandsons of the Queen Mother (and her two granddaughters, who did not participate in the vigil) felt her loss very acutely, but my heart especially went out to Viscount Linley and his sister Lady Sarah, who had recently lost their mother as well.
We loved the Queen Mum in our house. My own grandmother resembled her greatly. My mother once remarked when people were angry with the Queen for not displaying emotion after Diana's death that she wouldn't and couldn't show emotion when her own mother passes away, but in private she will be devastated. I think that must have been true, despite the Queen Mum's long life. After all was said and done, she was a beloved mother.
The Queen Mother made an impact on history, especially during WW2.
All these years on and still as touching as ever.
I find this quite moving. Such a lovely tribute by the Princes and Viscount Linley to their beloved grandmother.
DaphneHarridge Remember Viscount Linley buried his mother just 2 mos before.
It's said that when she was at Balmoral the Queen Mother liked to walk around the village, have a chat with whoever was in their front garden and would invite herself in for a cup of tea :)
She was always my favourite member of Great Britains Royal Family. I mean, I generally respect the whole of the family, but HRH Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother always stood out. I greatly admire her to this day. What a fine person she was.
Such ceremony brings me to tears. I just love royalty and the ceremonies of the United Kingdom. Many Australians still remain loyal to our original roots.
To the person (anonymously naming him/herself "12345") who replied to my comment (and whose response has obviously been removed from this site because of it's disrespect both to my opinion and the people of the United Kingdom ), the British and the Royal Family still have feelings for Australians I am sure. We have never done anything to offend them (nor they us) and we have fought together as a people against common foes. We are all still part of the British Commonwealth. We are all human beings living on the one planet and we are ALL really related to one another in some way. Let me enjoy the ceremony if I wish....please
Again another response from that person who showed more disrespect to me by calling me names. Well, there is no need to reply because I have removed your comment links so I will never see them again (and you should be ashamed to admit to being British with comments like that to someone you do not even know). Matter settled, and spite of what malice you have towsrds your fellow man I wish you good luck in life.
The British see Australians, Kiwis and Canadians as their own kin. I know I do and I'm British.
my first trip to England, i arrived in London the day she died. I watched her funeral cortege pass thru London and saw the Princes walking behind it. So fascinating and special. I love the Royals
LUCKILY this one Augusta, GA guy happened to be in London that Easter Weekend 2002 when the Queen Mother passes away. It was incredible. I queued the 4 miles around the Thames to pass the casket in the video. The spotlights on those CROWN Jewels were blinding. Words do no good. And neither am I over her Memorial Service in St Paul's Cathedral, London open to all. We even practiced the hymns to be perfect for the BBC worldwide broadcast of the service led by the Bishop of London!! And to think she was 102, and there I happen to be!!!
It even gets better. Earlier I saw Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip in the week leaving Holy Thursday services at Cantebury Cathedral. Perish the thought, but I was so close to her Rolls, I could have tapped on the limo's windows. I sure got my money's worth on the trip to Britain!! Go, don't miss it.
Noel Coward and the Queen Mother were attending a function together. Noel started eyeing up some of the guards and the Queen Mother noticed him doing so. She slyly murmured to him “Don’t bother Noel, they count them before they put them out.” A fabulous lady and forward thinking for her time.
R.I.P. Tom Fleming. One of Scotland's greatest actors, writers and commentators. I especially enjoyed his commentary in the Edinburgh Military Tatoos during 40 years of broadcasting. Hwu Edwards is a wonderful successor to Mr. Fleming as he handled William and Kate's Royal Wedding. I happened to watch it on BBC America, by the way.
the British sense of ceremony was so moving, and i never forget to pass by was an honour and thankyou for her service
I found this ceremony, touching RIP
I remember reading that this was also done when George V died. His four surviving sons (Edward/Prince of Wales, Albert/Duke of York, Henry/Duke of Gloucester, and George/Duke of Kent) stood guard over their father's coffin, just as is done in the video.
That was the only other time the Vigil of the Princes took place.
Michael Jaques Very touching sight.
Edward/King Edward VIII, you mean.
May Queen Elizabeth II live to (and beyond) the point in which her youngest grandson (Viscount Severn - currently 3) will be old enough to join his three male first cousins (Prince William, Prince Harry, and Peter Phillips) in their own Vigil of the Princes in honor of their grandmother.
Such respect is shown I am proud to be British
+Robby334 Yes indeed Robby.
So very moving and lovely. Thank you for sharing this video.
Everybody loved the Queen Mum!!!
Thank you for sharing this video, the Queen mum is still sadly missed.
From one proud British subject.
She is. Never to be forgotten.
Irrespective of whether anyone is a monarchist/royalist this shows perfectly how we Brits lead the world in Pomp & Circumstance.The Queen Mother was admired & respected throught the world for her unfailing duty to her nation & it's people,beside her husband & latterly at her daughter's side.Personally,I'm not in any way 'loyal' to the crown but the QM was given a right royal send off.
Those lads just loved their Granny!
I chose to mourn in public with others. Some chose to mourn in private.
These men showed their love by standing there in public. What greater love can you show ?
If she's inherited her mother's longevity Queen Liz could be on the throne for another twenty years
mmmmmm mmmm ancient ceremonies like that, just loves it.
what a strange life that family has to live. not always bad, just, completely different than the rest of the world.
I'll bet the thought of her enter's their minds daily. What a wonderful example of what I love about the UK. I miss her....
HM, the Queen Mother earned my utmost respect for her courage during World War II, determined to stay in the United Kingdom with HM, King George VI, despite the danger to the Royal Family. “The Princesses won’t leave without me, I won’t leave without the King, the King won’t leave”.
Actually, it was never "the custom". Edward VIII decided to do it for his father; this merely confirmed it as a *new* custom; one I hope they continue - it's so beautiful & loving.
So much respect for our elders
The Queen Mother would have been really touched RIPx
just a month before princess margaret died in the February of 2002 and the queen mother in the March.
The royal family do ha e to do the most difficult duties. They cant just rush off to the loo or scratch an itch. They stand on ceremony for us and in all weathers.
R.I.P.
I don't think I could do this. I'm getting a little weepy just watching. Will this be expected of William, Harry, Peter, and James?
Sort of. Though James is a bit too young for now & a shy boy.😅
They may decide to do this.
Eternal rest. She & her husband were stout hearted in WWII. Britain w/ the Commonwealth did truly stand alone athwart Hitler. It was those long months alone which saved the world from Hitler. The rest of the world was ready to role over & play like a whipped puppy. I that has much to do w/ why Britain resisted any effort towards a republic in the intervening years. I doubt Charles will command the same respect.
A wonderful scene despite the pompous announcer.
Danke
Regardless of where their DNA came from or who how fancy their houses may be, this is simply four boys standing guard over the coffin of their Grandmother. That is the reason so many people are drawn to this video.
yes, the Queen will lie in state in Westminster Hall.
Got that right,the monarchy may be symbolic,but the true reality is when the monarchy wants something done,does not have to be political in nature either,it gets done..They have the true power of the people behind them,and that is why Great Britain still is truly the #1 superpower,even the US bows in honor and dignity towards the Queen and it is as it should be and has been..we all would not be here without their stout support and defense.
this is indeed touching
I'm jealous. My only trip to England was the spring of 'Annus Horribilis' (21 yrs ago). I loved every minute of it, but I hate to think that I was there the only year the Queen hated enough to name.
Nobody does Majesty, like we, the British. Ours IS an amalgam of, our blessed islands. Unless a person is really British, I mean, their bloodline, how can they understand us??
That`s very touching x
A great lady
Good video..................
@tambrosia whats there to mess up.. the queen does not REALLY rules you know. The government is headed by the prime minister. The queen acts only as symbolic head of state
If you love the royals, then support them.
Though many monarchies were abolished but the British monarchy will last forever.
I believe the lovely queen mum watches over us from the highest heaven.
ROYALTY AT ITS FINEST
Sounds like Tom Fleming narrating, in which case, I'm surprised to hear him refer to Lord Linley as Lord David Linley.
sarto2010 Same. David Armstrong-Jones was still Lord Linley at the time, as his father, Earl Snowden (Antony Armstrong-Jones), was still living.
for some reason I pictured the guards with swords in their hands
netrider5 The Royal Archers had their bows, the Beefeaters has their halberds.
For what length of time do they maintain the vigil?
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@MINDxWORM She did .. who'll ever forget her mother?
Fun fact artist james blunt gaurded the coffin so thats cool
I wonder how long they stood there?
20 min~~hr.? Changing of the guards.😅
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Will this happen for her majesty Queen Elizabeth II?
Only Britian can do this, no other country can.
@Coookie914
Actually the commentator was Tom Flemming, a Scot.
half an hour of an hour I believe, but I could be wrong here
I attended Her Majesty's Lying in State. As we shuffled down the stairs we were held quietly. The room was absolutely still. The next 4 immaculate Cavalrymen came out in perfect step from the stone steps to the side and the guardch anged silently. We were then allowed forward but no one moved. We just stood there. An American I had been talking with earlier and explaining some of the historical matters said quietly 'Now THAT is how you Brits show the rest of us how to do respect'. And its true.
Question: Are the female grandchildren allowed to do something special for their grandmum? I
no, this is intended to be a ceremony for male descendants of the royal, but in the case when the Queen dies in the next few years, the female daughters/granddaughters will be involved as well as her sons/grandsons
I saw Princess Anne walk in the funeral procession, wearing the uniform of the Royal Navy. That, I believe, was new.
So dignified.
woooooooooooooooowwww..............wat an awesome tradition
it's actually only happened twice, the first occurrence happening while King George V was lying in state. This is the second.
so??? its still awesome!!!
did any of her great grandchildren take turns at the vigil?
No. The tradition is sons/grandsons.
Her Royal Majesty is the 2nd longest reigning Queen behind Queen Victoria. My mom told me that.
How long do they stand there in shifts?
Wikipedia says that the princes stood guard for 20 minutes which is the standard length of time for each of the four guards to stand vigil.
I wonder if Queen Elizabeth II thought about her mother today during her grandsons wedding.
lunga vita alla regina elisabetta. e che dio abbia pieta di noi tutti
Long live the Queen!
I doubt it. Why should they?
The Queen Mother was a grand dame something we miss today.
Queen Elizabeth II, I believe now is the longest serving monarch.
Many say the monarchy needs to be abolished, I say bullocks.
Wish we had it here in America versus the man from Kenya who is such a fool who has messed up twice before Her Magesty.
Please Lord Save the QUEEN and get rid of Obammy!
@tambrosia
the queen has nothing to do with your sayn
The Queen is dead. Long live the Queen.
What is everybody doing? Who are all those people standing there looking?
queen mum
It's a piece of cruel theatre - people should be allowed to mourn in private.
She was my favourite royal. I have a picture of her beside my bed
20 mins apparently
GOD SAVE THE QUEEN
She was my hero
She was middleclass born
Huh? The Queen Mum is an Aristocrat before her marriage.👌