I'm American, and I will always remember my mother, who is nearly 89 now, speaking about the courage of King George and Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, as they lead their country through the bombings and destruction of WW2. It was suggested that the Royal Family leave during the bombings and take refuge overseas, but they adamantly refused and for this, they ARE Great Britain and they have my American family's deepest respect. G-d bless them.
Good for Princess Anne and her request to participate as she did.This comes from deep respect & love.I understand her wish-I helped carry my Mother's casket-I am her daughter.Regardless of one's politics or country, the Queen Mother was recognised as courageous in deeds,sweet in demeanor-These qualities are admired by all.
It made me cry then and it makes me cry now. Although I never met her, she had been there all my life. Say what you like about monarchy, they're something constant in an ever-changing world and ours are one of the best - though what we will have when the present Queen dies I shudder to think!
I have said it before and I will say it again we have lost a wonderful lady and a great Queen who stayed with her people in London at a time of great danger RIP
FYI....All the Royal Scott and Irish Guard.....those who play the pipe and drum...They are all service men and women. They are *ACTIVE* service men and women. The Royal Scott Guard in particular has served active duty in Afghanistan and Iraq and lost comrades, friends. They are warriors who believe in the freedom's their country provides, and are willing to serve, sacrifice and give of their myriad and God given gifts....warriors and poets, fighters and musicians.....Its nothing new and we damn well better respect it to know that our freedoms rest on their shoulders.
May she triumph in heaven... this brought several tears to my eyes, and i'm 13... i dont care much for stuff like this but this is truly sorrow full... if you hate this comment thumbs down on this plz.... may she gallantly live in heaven with the Lord. Thus she will be missed
I've always had the utmost respect for her and King George VI for the way they led thier subjects during the war. They could have left for Canada or the West Indies but they decided to stick it out in England when the bombs were falling.
Queen Mother when asked during WW2 if they were going to come to Canada answered. "The children shall not leave without me. I shall not leave without the King, and the King shall never leave." They also carried side arms in case they had to fight it out to the end.
A great Lady and a wonderfull send off, no matter how many times I see this I will always remember the day I met her when she came to visit our regiment.
What a life! Even as a child she was gorgeous and glowed from within. Her life was distinguished by her rising to every occasion. She repeatedly faced awesome challenges and took them on willingly and wisely and stylishly. She knew everyone! She loved travel, gardens, horses and corgis. A historically admirable wife and Queen, a wonderful mother who gave her children a warm family childhood against great odds. God bless her forever.
yes the people loved her it was a comment made when bucking ham palce was bomed during ww2 "now we can look the people in the eye" such few words meant so much at that time.
@DecmanReturns Likewise the people that complain about having to pay to keep the Royal family do not know how little it actually is. It would be a grand shame to lose all this.
@amanc09uk no hers was a Royal Ceremonial Funeral, as has been said, the last State Funeral in the UK was that for Winston Churchill. If this had been a State Funeral, the coffin's gun carriage would have been pulled by sailors from the Royal Navy, the oldest branch of the Armed Forces in the UK. A State Funeral in the UK has to be motioned or voted on in Parliament. The last Royal State Funeral was for the Queen Mother's husband and the current Queen's father, King George VI in 1952.
@DecmanReturns actually the royal family gives the county all the revenue from the lands which comes out to be about 200 million pounds and they get back only 40 million for the civil list which doesn't include the taxes that the royal family pays. Also all money tourists spend to see working castles and other things royal.
God bless you maam! You married King George and you are always our dignified lady!! If anyone puts a foul remark on this site then they will be subject to Gods Vengeance! That is my promise!
The Royal Family is as important now as it was 700 years ago,very much more so in fact.They are admired by pretty much all of the world,in India the Royal Family is much part of thier family as thier own..as well as many many other countries..
@njreed70 very true, Im not a big royalist fan, but they bring in lots of income to this country, i happily pay for the royal family. God Save the Queen!!!
The Queen Mother was a remarkable lady, bred to tradition and honor, but not too good to quaff a pint like the blokes down at the pub -- it is rumored that she sometimes took a pint WITH the blokes down at the pub. Wife of a king, mother to a queen, and grandmother to a country. Rest in peace, mum.
Its is part of your culture, heritage and very fabric. All things forgiven and memories remain. Take all that is good and improve the bad. I can tell you that most American's secretly yearn for a monarch. The funny thing is if you had only given us representation, we would probably be part of the Commonwealth today.
@Tobytrim, you don't know what you are talking about. They earn their money ten times over. They all work so hard, that it would be impossible to pay them. That old man of 87 has 15 official functions scheduled for April. The Princes Royal has 37 official duties, including chairing the Olympic Games meetings. What do you think that's worth, in money? When she takes an overseas trip, it is nearly always to Bangladesh or Nigeria, as executive ot the SAve the Children Fund. What's that worth?.
Well put, LadyJay114. The only thing more out of place at a funeral than a running, pointless commentary is applause--something else that detracted from Diana's funeral for me (even if I agreed with what was being applauded).
@MandyJMaddison Phillip becomes 90 in june, not 87. :) or did you mention somebody else by "that old man" ? QE 2 becomes 85 in april. Also a lot of duties.
Right so Its the British fault don't forget the other reasons we Illegally rebelled against our Mother Country our Brothers,Was Taxes ? Taxes which were used for the Defense of the Thirteen Colonies but no we don't want to pay for that.
47cybele59 - I don't think you quite understand. It has nothing to do with protocol - they haven't been ordered not to cry. It's a combination of emotions. Some situations are beyond crying (it took a Celt to voice that). Some times people might start crying uncontrollably ..... personally, I could think of nothing worse. Screaming, ranting all that public show. I'd almost feel ashamed. You may disapprove of self-control but retaining dignity during that dreadful deep sadness means you hold it together until you get home to share with those who really know.
that is what i felt when my dads mum passed away. I was the person to do it all. BUT what ever... My Uncles white shirt and tie that I took care of.... It ended .... yeah ... I guess not that I ever will do that again but what can I say and what can I reclaim?
I wasnt alive to see many of the great things ive read about her, im not even from the UK, but i love the culture. Hitler called her the most dangerous woman in europe her people called her mum. this certianly brought a tear to my eye
yes you might have been but the day was in honour to the queen mother and not to you so please let her have that. and the movieclip is for her and still not for you.
The country's in a state because the government has lost the trust of the people. They tax everything then spend the money on road signs that don't help the motorist but confuse them.I respect the passing away of a person but all this pomp and stuff is just unnecessary.
the commentator needs to SHUT UP!!! He did the same thing during the Diana funeral. Unfortunately he never realized that what we are seeing says a 1000 words.
@Tobytrim you mug they cost each tax payer peanuts per year . cant speak for others but its money i happily pay to keep my countries traditions alive. Traditions loved by millions across the world
@sundimented Thank God for that The sooner we give scotland their independance the sooner we can save all those billions of ££££'s we subsidse you with each year.
I admired the Queen mum and her husband King George because they remained in London during the 2nd World War to be with the people of England.
Interesting...do you think Edward8 should've been executed like normal sorts for his treason rather than being sent to "work" in the Bahamas?
I'm American, and I will always remember my mother, who is nearly 89 now, speaking about the courage of King George and Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, as they lead their country through the bombings and destruction of WW2. It was suggested that the Royal Family leave during the bombings and take refuge overseas, but they adamantly refused and for this, they ARE Great Britain and they have my American family's deepest respect. G-d bless them.
When such a famous person dies with so many found memories of a time gone by I guess a part of ourself dies too at the same time
She was a great Lady
Good for Princess Anne and her request to participate as she did.This comes from deep respect & love.I understand her wish-I helped carry my Mother's casket-I am her daughter.Regardless of one's politics or country, the Queen Mother was recognised as courageous in deeds,sweet in demeanor-These qualities are admired by all.
Well said. She reminded me of my gran. Such a beautiful soul.
wow, the mass pipes are amazing!
It made me cry then and it makes me cry now. Although I never met her, she had been there all my life. Say what you like about monarchy, they're something constant in an ever-changing world and ours are one of the best - though what we will have when the present Queen dies I shudder to think!
thankyou, for not forgetting your roots, and we are happy to have you as our sons,
I have said it before and I will say it again we have lost a wonderful lady and a great Queen who stayed with her people in London at a time of great danger RIP
FYI....All the Royal Scott and Irish Guard.....those who play the pipe and drum...They are all service men and women. They are *ACTIVE* service men and women. The Royal Scott Guard in particular has served active duty in Afghanistan and Iraq and lost comrades, friends. They are warriors who believe in the freedom's their country provides, and are willing to serve, sacrifice and give of their myriad and God given gifts....warriors and poets, fighters and musicians.....Its nothing new and we damn well better respect it to know that our freedoms rest on their shoulders.
+Stephen Anthony 'Good for you Stephen
+Stephen Anthony Glad you have made this clear for all to read Stephen.
thank you for posting this.
May she triumph in heaven... this brought several tears to my eyes, and i'm 13... i dont care much for stuff like this but this is truly sorrow full... if you hate this comment thumbs down on this plz.... may she gallantly live in heaven with the Lord. Thus she will be missed
I've always had the utmost respect for her and King George VI for the way they led thier subjects during the war. They could have left for Canada or the West Indies but they decided to stick it out in England when the bombs were falling.
Queen Mother when asked during WW2 if they were going to come to Canada answered. "The children shall not leave without me. I shall not leave without the King, and the King shall never leave." They also carried side arms in case they had to fight it out to the end.
A great Lady and a wonderfull send off, no matter how many times I see this I will always remember the day I met her when she came to visit our regiment.
Thank's mate for posting these videos.What a send off for a GREAT women of courage and grit.God bless her.
Thanks for posting this!! I love the Queen Mum.
she lived a long life. I loved her...
The funeral lament is 'Oft in the Stilly Night'.
Queen Mother, you had a good life!
What a life! Even as a child she was gorgeous and glowed from within. Her life was distinguished by her rising to every occasion. She repeatedly faced awesome challenges and took them on willingly and wisely and stylishly. She knew everyone! She loved travel, gardens, horses and corgis. A historically admirable wife and Queen, a wonderful mother who gave her children a warm family childhood against great odds. God bless her forever.
Wayne Brasler Very well said!!!
apparently james blunt was one of those soldiers carrying the casket!
Yes the drums were muffled, but what you are hearing is just a roll on the drums.
RIP YOUR MAJESTY !!!!!
yes the people loved her
it was a comment made when bucking ham palce was bomed during ww2
"now we can look the people in the eye"
such few words meant so much at that time.
@DecmanReturns Likewise the people that complain about having to pay to keep the Royal family do not know how little it actually is. It would be a grand shame to lose all this.
@amanc09uk no hers was a Royal Ceremonial Funeral, as has been said, the last State Funeral in the UK was that for Winston Churchill. If this had been a State Funeral, the coffin's gun carriage would have been pulled by sailors from the Royal Navy, the oldest branch of the Armed Forces in the UK. A State Funeral in the UK has to be motioned or voted on in Parliament.
The last Royal State Funeral was for the Queen Mother's husband and the current Queen's father, King George VI in 1952.
I don't really care how much money they bring in, they're a part of our traditions and our country really wouldn't be the same without them.
@DecmanReturns actually the royal family gives the county all the revenue from the lands which comes out to be about 200 million pounds and they get back only 40 million for the civil list which doesn't include the taxes that the royal family pays. Also all money tourists spend to see working castles and other things royal.
God bless you maam! You married King George and you are always our dignified lady!! If anyone puts a foul remark on this site then they will be subject to Gods Vengeance! That is my promise!
I'm not interested in the Royal Family, but the Pipe band makes me feel patriotic.
The Royal Family is as important now as it was 700 years ago,very much more so in fact.They are admired by pretty much all of the world,in India the Royal Family is much part of thier family as thier own..as well as many many other countries..
@njreed70 very true, Im not a big royalist fan, but they bring in lots of income to this country, i happily pay for the royal family. God Save the Queen!!!
The Queen Mother was a remarkable lady, bred to tradition and honor, but not too good to quaff a pint like the blokes down at the pub -- it is rumored that she sometimes took a pint WITH the blokes down at the pub. Wife of a king, mother to a queen, and grandmother to a country. Rest in peace, mum.
I was born in Scotland with Scottish family, brought up in England, Im not English.
RIP Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
Indeed they do! Tourism alone in England generates approx 92 billion per year
Respect and homage.
... notice HRH Philip giving the order to cease salute ... .
Its is part of your culture, heritage and very fabric. All things forgiven and memories remain. Take all that is good and improve the bad. I can tell you that most American's secretly yearn for a monarch. The funny thing is if you had only given us representation, we would probably be part of the Commonwealth today.
There is a familiar sound to the chimes for a few seconds. It seems that there are similar chimes at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.
How so those drummers make that crackly shivery sound? Are the drums muffled?
please posting the full coverage of the funeral of queen mother
Look, a ruling queen is different from a kings consort. Her husband was of course a head of state, but she was only his wife.
Right now the crown is on display in the Jewel House at the Tower of London.
I gladly pay the VAT and don't ask for it back when I leave UK.
@Tobytrim, you don't know what you are talking about. They earn their money ten times over. They all work so hard, that it would be impossible to pay them. That old man of 87 has 15 official functions scheduled for April. The Princes Royal has 37 official duties, including chairing the Olympic Games meetings. What do you think that's worth, in money? When she takes an overseas trip, it is nearly always to Bangladesh or Nigeria, as executive ot the SAve the Children Fund. What's that worth?.
she spent her childhood in Scotland
the volume is never high enough even when put at maximum volume
Maureen Fuelkell zAa
Odd/interesting the Queen was not the first to depart.
Well put, LadyJay114. The only thing more out of place at a funeral than a running, pointless commentary is applause--something else that detracted from Diana's funeral for me (even if I agreed with what was being applauded).
James Blunt was an Officer. Officers wouldn't carry the coffin, that wuold be done by Soldiers
@MandyJMaddison
Phillip becomes 90 in june, not 87. :) or did you mention somebody else by "that old man" ?
QE 2 becomes 85 in april. Also a lot of duties.
Right so Its the British fault don't forget the other reasons we Illegally rebelled against our Mother Country our Brothers,Was Taxes ? Taxes which were used for the Defense of the Thirteen Colonies but no we don't want to pay for that.
Descanse en paz.
47cybele59 - I don't think you quite understand. It has nothing to do with protocol - they haven't been ordered not to cry. It's a combination of emotions. Some situations are beyond crying (it took a Celt to voice that). Some times people might start crying uncontrollably ..... personally, I could think of nothing worse. Screaming, ranting all that public show. I'd almost feel ashamed. You may disapprove of self-control but retaining dignity during that dreadful deep sadness means you hold it together until you get home to share with those who really know.
I wonder how they managed to persuade Brian Haw to vacate his spot on Parliament Square for the day...
James blunt was one of the guards here
Hi the commentator says it is called
"oft in the stilly night" Hope this helps
that is what i felt when my dads mum passed away.
I was the person to do it all.
BUT what ever...
My Uncles white shirt and tie that I took care of.... It ended .... yeah ... I guess not that I ever will do that again but what can I say and what can I reclaim?
Resi In Peace ma'am
from all the love of aotearoa x
Moe mai e te kuini o engarani
Probably not unless your an offiical guest
I wasnt alive to see many of the great things ive read about her, im not even from the UK, but i love the culture. Hitler called her the most dangerous woman in europe her people called her mum. this certianly brought a tear to my eye
Does anyone know the name of the lament played by the pipes?
killianontheweb Oft in the Stilly Night
love this comment
can I come to your funeral? I'd really like to listen to the birdie song again.
@valhallambl Was the royal family not scottish?
where is the crown now? is camilla will wearing this crown when charles become king?
such a Lady regal
@charlieiscool1000 I would simply say she was British.
Oft in the Stilly Night
@JohnnyCobalt
Nobody? I think you will find that is a vast exaggeration.
皇后陛下萬歲
all is right all is well,why couldnt she afford to have new dentures? hers were badly rotten.it wasnt respectful for a queen to have
yes you might have been but the day was in honour to the queen mother and not to you so please let her have that.
and the movieclip is for her and still not for you.
oft in the stilly night
The country's in a state because the government has lost the trust of the people. They tax everything then spend the money on road signs that don't help the motorist but confuse them.I respect the passing away of a person but all this pomp and stuff is just unnecessary.
here here
you dont understand great Britannia when we come out of the eu do you really think we have to look towards you the us es
@leesetters are you kidding?
the commentator needs to SHUT UP!!! He did the same thing during the Diana funeral. Unfortunately he never realized that what we are seeing says a 1000 words.
Correct, the last state funeral was Churchills
@grooverheliboy I pay english tax, so i don't mind my money going to Scotland. it all ends up in london tho eh?
@imu786x
err... it's a funeral.
@Tobytrim you mug they cost each tax payer peanuts per year . cant speak for others but its money i happily pay to keep my countries traditions alive. Traditions loved by millions across the world
Whitney Houston will always have a place in our hearts.RIP ANGEL !!
@sundimented Thank God for that The sooner we give scotland their independance the sooner we can save all those billions of ££££'s we subsidse you with each year.
God, I love our propaganda lol
The Bible..right so i suppose out the 3000 Gods and Goddesses Man has Created this one is the true God is he ? lol
Byla krásná ale i hodně nešťastná
why don't you think about that question for a little while. Then maybe google it and then perhaps grow a brain!
Mataron a la princesa diana Spencer ?