The Queen is such a kind, warm hostess - and such a lovely sense of humour - so natural. When Prince Michael talks to Lech in Russian, she waves her hand, laughs and says, 'Well that's just showing off!' I've always thought what a wonderful Tsar of Russia, Michael would make. Infinitely more attractive than Maria Vladimirovna, and he speaks the language like a native.
I love Her Majesty introducing her family without royal titles. I knew a gentleman who worked for the royal family and he said in truth the family is a family like any family; royalty is their job but not how they think. i like that.
I’ve been watching TH-cam videos of the Queen and her family for the past week because of her Jubilee ..etc. I usually don’t care for Royalty but I think she’s awesome and funny.
This really warms my heart! I have read so much about The Royal Family and I never expected to see such a fun side of Queen Elizabeth! Now I have a whole different and such a positive view of the beautiful lady.
Even though I don't consider myself a monarchist/royalist I still find these insights into royal life,(private & public),fascinating.It is a rich history after all and impossible to air-brush out of our lives.The Queen is clearly a very popular woman & irrespective of where monarchy goes after her death,(& it clearly will never be the same),she has performed her duties impeccably.I suspect she will forever be our most popular monarch.
Yes, we actually had a treaty that said we would come to the aid of Poland if it were invaded. As you say,the US was not concerned with Hitler's invasions. If you go to Poland (even today) and they know you are British you will get a really great reception.
What a wonderful video! Her Majesty is so charming as always and Lech Walesa is doing pretty well, though sometimes he seems to be a bit lost. Thank you so much for posting it.
@LemonCake07 It's called "A Year in the Life of Queen Elizabeth II" To commemorate her 40 years on the throne they followed her for a year and during the doc there are many insightful comments from the Queen. Also on TH-cam - the Queen taking a walk with her grandchildren; reflecting on her life as Monarch, her sitting for a portrait, winning a bet at the races. I have the doc on tape.
What a marvellous viewing, but how stressful and maybe boring, it may be for them all. The Queen is wearing Queen Mary's "Girls of Great Britain and Ireland" tiara, and the QM, the Boucheron. I can't make out the other tiaras though. Wonderful, thankyou.
That is the Waterloo Chamber, almost totally destroyed in the Windsor fire and beautifully restored. The chamber was diplomatically renamed during the visit of the French president.
Princess Michael isn't the Duchess of Kent, rather it is Katherine, wife of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent - his younger brother is Prince Michael of Kent (the one speaking Russian in the video). The only female "Kent", by birth, is Princess Alexandra.
That I did indeed. There are two additional Dukes that are currently female. The Duke of Normandy and the Duke of Lancaster - both titles held by the queen.
There are four royal duchesses: The Queen is the Duchess of Edinburgh, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Princess Michael, Duchess of Kent and Brigitta, Duchess of Gloucester. All other British duchesses are the wives of non-royal hereditary dukes.
You've hit the nail on the head. The UK went to war because of Hitler's invasion of Poland. In 1945 the US saw getting on with the Russians as far more important than the liberation of Poland. My own view is that the US saw the postwar world as being divided between the Soviet Union and themselves.
technically there are no royal duchesses. All female members of the royal family that are duchesses are by marriage (Camilla, Duchess of Kent, Duchess of Gloucester..). The blood princesses (born into the family by a male line prince) are princesses not duchesses. Anne is an example. She is a "blood princess" but not a duchess.
In the cold war era, all Soviet Sattelite countries (Poland was one of them) the citizens had to learn Russian as part of their schooling it was law. So Prince Michael spoke Russian knowing that Lech did as well.
While the Queen may be our tribal head and loved by 82% of her people (WOW! EVERY POLITICIAN WOULD LIKE THAT AMOUNT OF SUPPORT), I also like Princess Michael she always looks so elegant: Along with HRH The Duchess of Cornwall she is one of my favourites.
how wonderful these banquets were when they were done the old way....the Lord Steward (or Chamberlain) walking backwards ,and all the footmen in there glittering liveries.....nowadays,they wear very plain cloths
2:38 Can somebody please tell me the name of the position (job title) of the gentleman preceding the Queen (the gentleman carrying the white rod)? Thank you.
@zimnaya It would be nice for Russia to have a Tsar again but it is very unlikely and because of Tsar Nicholas II's distaste towards Maria Vldmirovnas grand parents it was made legally impossible for that side of the family and their children, grandchildren and so on to become in line. so if Russia ever restores monarchy, Michael definately has a higher chance than MV. although she is the closest living relative, she would make wonderful leader and has what it takes, sadly it wont work
I am given to understand that Britain tried very hard to save Poland from Hitler and from Stalin. But she had limited resources and the US cared little about Poland in fear of rising dominance of Communist Russia.
The Duchess of Kent is very dignified and elegant even with her illness,a true Lady.Whereas you then have Marie-Christine,aka Princess Pushy who believes herself to be more royal than the royals.Enough said! Lol,& the queen mother,"Are we orf?" Wouldn't want to have to do the washing-up after all that!
Well, I think you should tell a dear Polish friend of mine your opinion regarding speaking Russian. She is 31 and speaks fluent Russian as she and many others were forced to learn it at school.So it would seem odd if Lech does not know how to?
The Queen is such a kind, warm hostess - and such a lovely sense of humour - so natural. When Prince Michael talks to Lech in Russian, she waves her hand, laughs and says, 'Well that's just showing off!'
I've always thought what a wonderful Tsar of Russia, Michael would make. Infinitely more attractive than Maria Vladimirovna, and he speaks the language like a native.
She's a very interesting woman, Im glad videos like this exist cause I hate it that people think she's cold.
I love Her Majesty introducing her family without royal titles. I knew a gentleman who worked for the royal family and he said in truth the family is a family like any family; royalty is their job but not how they think. i like that.
I’ve been watching TH-cam videos of the Queen and her family for the past week because of her Jubilee ..etc. I usually don’t care for Royalty but I think she’s awesome and funny.
This really warms my heart! I have read so much about The Royal Family and I never expected to see such a fun side of Queen Elizabeth! Now I have a whole different and such a positive view of the beautiful lady.
@anaclet
The Queen was introducing Lech Walensa to those members he had not yet met.
Even though I don't consider myself a monarchist/royalist I still find these insights into royal life,(private & public),fascinating.It is a rich history after all and impossible to air-brush out of our lives.The Queen is clearly a very popular woman & irrespective of where monarchy goes after her death,(& it clearly will never be the same),she has performed her duties impeccably.I suspect she will forever be our most popular monarch.
Yes, we actually had a treaty that said we would come to the aid of Poland if it were invaded.
As you say,the US was not concerned with Hitler's invasions.
If you go to Poland (even today) and they know you are British you will get a really great reception.
What a wonderful video! Her Majesty is so charming as always and Lech Walesa is doing pretty well, though sometimes he seems to be a bit lost. Thank you so much for posting it.
People always confuse being poised, elegant, and regal with being cold. I've always admired her charm and witt.
@LemonCake07 It's called "A Year in the Life of Queen Elizabeth II" To commemorate her 40 years on the throne they followed her for a year and during the doc there are many insightful comments from the Queen. Also on TH-cam - the Queen taking a walk with her grandchildren; reflecting on her life as Monarch, her sitting for a portrait, winning a bet at the races. I have the doc on tape.
What a marvellous viewing, but how stressful and maybe boring, it may be for them all. The Queen is wearing Queen Mary's "Girls of Great Britain and Ireland" tiara, and the QM, the Boucheron. I can't make out the other tiaras though. Wonderful, thankyou.
@anaclet . Lech Walesa was introduced to HRH The Princess Margaret earlier in the day.
Why didn't the Queen introduce her sister, Pincess Margareth Rose, to the guest?!
That is the Waterloo Chamber, almost totally destroyed in the Windsor fire and beautifully restored. The chamber was diplomatically renamed during the visit of the French president.
Princess Michael isn't the Duchess of Kent, rather it is Katherine, wife of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent - his younger brother is Prince Michael of Kent (the one speaking Russian in the video).
The only female "Kent", by birth, is Princess Alexandra.
That I did indeed. There are two additional Dukes that are currently female. The Duke of Normandy and the Duke of Lancaster - both titles held by the queen.
Long May she Live
Bless you Ma'am you have served your country well.
Long may you rein
There are four royal duchesses: The Queen is the Duchess of Edinburgh, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Princess Michael, Duchess of Kent and Brigitta, Duchess of Gloucester. All other British duchesses are the wives of non-royal hereditary dukes.
Very perfect,,, Royal Banquet...
You've hit the nail on the head. The UK went to war because of Hitler's invasion of Poland. In 1945 the US saw getting on with the Russians as far more important than the liberation of Poland. My own view is that the US saw the postwar world as being divided between the Soviet Union and themselves.
Wouldn't I love to be introduced to the Royal Family that way? :)
technically there are no royal duchesses. All female members of the royal family that are duchesses are by marriage (Camilla, Duchess of Kent, Duchess of Gloucester..). The blood princesses (born into the family by a male line prince) are princesses not duchesses. Anne is an example. She is a "blood princess" but not a duchess.
Horrible petty treatment of poor Princess Margaret by the queen in ignoring her during the introductions.
Our Val looks stunning..........
At 2:31 ------ Now THAT is a dining room table!
@LemonCake07
The video clip is from the B.B.C. 1991 doc about the royal family.
In the cold war era, all Soviet Sattelite countries (Poland was one of them) the citizens had to learn Russian as part of their schooling it was law. So Prince Michael spoke Russian knowing that Lech did as well.
I was shocked when I saw the Queen bypassing her sister. But I now know the reason.
While the Queen may be our tribal head and loved by 82% of her people (WOW! EVERY POLITICIAN WOULD LIKE THAT AMOUNT OF SUPPORT), I also like Princess Michael she always looks so elegant: Along with HRH The Duchess of Cornwall she is one of my favourites.
That was in private.Winsor Castle is her favourite home!
how wonderful these banquets were when they were done the old way....the Lord Steward (or Chamberlain) walking backwards ,and all the footmen in there glittering liveries.....nowadays,they wear very plain cloths
2:38 Can somebody please tell me the name of the position (job title) of the gentleman preceding the Queen (the gentleman carrying the white rod)? Thank you.
God save the Queen!
I too was shocked. But now I know the reason which is stated below by a knowledgeable person.
Both had other engagements to attend on behalf of Her Majesty.
@XenaAmazon As has been said you're not allowed to turn your back to the Queen, but this really on stands at State occasions now.
Apologies for replying to such an old comment, but that's what I've always thought about Prince Michael. That would certainly be grand.
@zimnaya It would be nice for Russia to have a Tsar again but it is very unlikely and because of Tsar Nicholas II's distaste towards Maria Vldmirovnas grand parents it was made legally impossible for that side of the family and their children, grandchildren and so on to become in line. so if Russia ever restores monarchy, Michael definately has a higher chance than MV. although she is the closest living relative, she would make wonderful leader and has what it takes, sadly it wont work
I would NOT want to do the washing-up after that banquet,lol.
Can someone PLEASE tell me where this clip is from? Is it a documentary? What is its title? Thank you. :)
She is a great hostess but not introducing Princess Margaret is rather unforgivable, I hope she treated her better in private than she did in public..
Why don't I ever get invited to one of those things?
I am given to understand that Britain tried very hard to save Poland from Hitler and from Stalin. But she had limited resources and the US cared little about Poland in fear of rising dominance of Communist Russia.
Mr this happened 20 years ago. Right after Poland finally won its independence.
@XenaAmazon I think because you aren't supposed to turn your back to The Monarch.
The Duchess of Kent is very dignified and elegant even with her illness,a true Lady.Whereas you then have Marie-Christine,aka Princess Pushy who believes herself to be more royal than the royals.Enough said! Lol,& the queen mother,"Are we orf?" Wouldn't want to have to do the washing-up after all that!
oh look! it´s queen mom!!
This is only done in very specific formal situations.
How many duchesses are in England? And who are exactly these princesses in this video, please?
ooh she didnt introduce them to princess margaret....DISS!
What year was this?
amusing sense of humor !
@pedrcymro29 Oh thank you for the nice piece of information. But how do you know that?
They'd met earlier.
Did she introduce princess Margaret?
Why are some people walking backwards?
I assure you that Lech Walesa does not speak Russian.
She completely skipped Margaret!
0:34 - Did he just say 'Hows it?' to Princess Anne? :O bahahaha lmao
@zimnaya Why the hell would he talk to Lech "in Russian"?
LOL Yeah. Not from Ikea either!
Well, I think you should tell a dear Polish friend of mine your opinion regarding speaking Russian.
She is 31 and speaks fluent Russian as she and many others were forced to learn it at school.So it would seem odd if Lech does not know how to?
Try paying attention then!
you have to be very bad educated if you don't know why he doesn't know the english language...