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By *ubal1 OP Man
over a year ago
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Does the death of Prince Philip just short of his 100th birthday, and the fact that the Queen will be 95 this year, provide an opportune time for Charles to become monarch.
I feel no personal connection to the concept of a monarchy, but it is clearly an important facet of British culture that many citizens identify with.
Charles himself is not a young man, and if the Queen remains in power for several more years, might it be more appropriate for William to become monarch when the Queen dies, rather than Charles.
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over a year ago
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It is kind of like History repeating itself. Because Victoria was on the throne until she was an old lady and consequently died, Edward VII was only on the throne 10 years until he died and I believe George V only 26 years ? |
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By *ubal1 OP Man
over a year ago
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Although I regard the concept of a constitutional monarchy as an anachronism, the British royal family appear to have been relatively successful in reinventing themselves as times change.
For example, becoming the Windsors rather than Saxe Coburg Gotha around the time of the first work war, I think during the reign of George V was an adroit decision.
The death of Prince Philip and in due course the Queen will merely accelerate emerging attitudes in Australia and Canada to drop the monarchical connection.
I think advisors to the British royal family will be assessing what will be most advantageous to the Windsors, at this watershed.
Prince Charles may have too much baggage, whereas William would bring youth vitality and potential longevity (and a young wife from humble stock) to this institution.
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I kinda like the idea of the country having it's own matriarch that just about every generation throughout the world can relate to. Politicians rise and fall, but Her Majesty has always seemed as perennial as the grass, although I do know that she can't go on forever. I am bias as well because, my own mum is 88 and gets treated like a queen. |
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The queen won't abdicate, Charles will succeed to the throne as long as he outlives her.
The older the monarch the older their advisers and the more outdated the monarchy is. As an institution it's been reactive rather than proactive throughout history, whether that will change when Charles succeeds I don't know.
I don't expect to ever see Britain become a republic. |
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"Does the death of Prince Philip just short of his 100th birthday, and the fact that the Queen will be 95 this year, provide an opportune time for Charles to become monarch.
I feel no personal connection to the concept of a monarchy, but it is clearly an important facet of British culture that many citizens identify with.
Charles himself is not a young man, and if the Queen remains in power for several more years, might it be more appropriate for William to become monarch when the Queen dies, rather than Charles.
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It's never been about who or what is appropriate either. History would be very different were that the case |
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"Changing subject, has BBC and ITV gone totally overboard with their coverage of this ? "
They always do with anything royal. Rehashing the same bit of news a thousand times. In this day and age of 24/7 news broadcasting why do we have to sacrifice at least 2 TV stations to being told over and over again that someone has died?
It's the same with the marriages as well. |
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"We have been Elizabethans, Edwardians, Victorians. Will we become right Charlies ?"
Charlie’s then Willies 
I think Charles will be king once Elizabeth has gone, that’s the way it should be, he will probably 70 himself by then   |
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"We have been Elizabethans, Edwardians, Victorians. Will we become right Charlies ?
Charlie’s then Willies
I think Charles will be king once Elizabeth has gone, that’s the way it should be, he will probably 70 himself by then "
He's 72 now  |
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"Changing subject, has BBC and ITV gone totally overboard with their coverage of this ? "
God yes. I've gone on shutdown. Can't listen to music stations or chat stations or the t.v.
He dies and my usual routine has to stop ? |
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over a year ago
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"Changing subject, has BBC and ITV gone totally overboard with their coverage of this ?
God yes. I've gone on shutdown. Can't listen to music stations or chat stations or the t.v.
He dies and my usual routine has to stop ? "
I have made a complaint using the link the BBC has made as apparently they have been bombarded with complaints - I fully expect the reply to be “just wait till the Queen pops her clogs this is just a taster mate”
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Still no update on when we can watch the Masterchef final"
So who do you think will win? I think it will be Mike? And don’t you think Tom is a dead spit for Sheridan Smith? |
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"We have been Elizabethans, Edwardians, Victorians. Will we become right Charlies ?
Charlie’s then Willies
I think Charles will be king once Elizabeth has gone, that’s the way it should be, he will probably 70 himself by then
He's 72 now "
Oops I meant 80’s |
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By *AABMan
over a year ago
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"Changing subject, has BBC and ITV gone totally overboard with their coverage of this ?
God yes. I've gone on shutdown. Can't listen to music stations or chat stations or the t.v.
He dies and my usual routine has to stop ?
I have made a complaint using the link the BBC has made as apparently they have been bombarded with complaints - I fully expect the reply to be “just wait till the Queen pops her clogs this is just a taster mate”
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It’s the obsequious Nicolas Witchell that grinds my gears |
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I think it should end when the queen dies, however don’t think it will.
I used to think William and Harry were more in touch with ‘the people’ however after William and Kate doing a whistle stop tour during a pandemic when people’s movements were restricted it showed they aren’t really in touch and Harry, well he has his own issues at present
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"We have been Elizabethans, Edwardians, Victorians. Will we become right Charlies ?
Charlie’s then Willies
I think Charles will be king once Elizabeth has gone, that’s the way it should be, he will probably 70 himself by then
He's 72 now
Oops I meant 80’s "
Lol he probably will be the poor chap. |
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I dont understand the point of the discussion. We dont get any say in any of it. If you want a royal family, then they will do what suits themselves. Thats part and parcel of having a royal family. You just have to live with what they decide to do. Its not like its actually going to affect anyone else other than themselves anyway. |
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monarchy will never end.. we have had it 1000 years or so and will still have it in another 1000 years..
what is the alternative? A new president every 4/8 years? no thanks
while we have the monarchy we have the commonwealth and a kingdom.. we have the most stable regime in the world. get rid of all that and we will get overrun by military dictators.
The commonwealth countries back us up as allies in event of war. being little old England we would be on our arses..
Much rather live under the Royal family than a Putin or kim jong
anyone an idea who they would want as head of state if we had no royals? |
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"Why deny Charles his time, however brief it may be "
He may choose to pass it down to Wills. Simply because the monarch isn't allowed to speak out on politically sensitive issues such as climate change, decarbonisation and such.
Not assuming the crown will allow him to fully persue his green agenda whilst also having the ear of the monarch to green light things. |
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By *AABMan
over a year ago
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"monarchy will never end.. we have had it 1000 years or so and will still have it in another 1000 years..
what is the alternative? A new president every 4/8 years? no thanks
while we have the monarchy we have the commonwealth and a kingdom.. we have the most stable regime in the world. get rid of all that and we will get overrun by military dictators.
The commonwealth countries back us up as allies in event of war. being little old England we would be on our arses..
Much rather live under the Royal family than a Putin or kim jong
anyone an idea who they would want as head of state if we had no royals?"
France, Germany, Spain are republics and are not over run with military dictators. They seem to do rather well actually without a class system or aristocracy hoarding 95% of the nation’s wealth. |
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"monarchy will never end.. we have had it 1000 years or so and will still have it in another 1000 years..
what is the alternative? A new president every 4/8 years? no thanks
while we have the monarchy we have the commonwealth and a kingdom.. we have the most stable regime in the world. get rid of all that and we will get overrun by military dictators.
The commonwealth countries back us up as allies in event of war. being little old England we would be on our arses..
Much rather live under the Royal family than a Putin or kim jong
anyone an idea who they would want as head of state if we had no royals?
France, Germany, Spain are republics and are not over run with military dictators. They seem to do rather well actually without a class system or aristocracy hoarding 95% of the nation’s wealth."
go live in one of them then if you dont like the royals |
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"monarchy will never end.. we have had it 1000 years or so and will still have it in another 1000 years..
what is the alternative? A new president every 4/8 years? no thanks
while we have the monarchy we have the commonwealth and a kingdom.. we have the most stable regime in the world. get rid of all that and we will get overrun by military dictators.
The commonwealth countries back us up as allies in event of war. being little old England we would be on our arses..
Much rather live under the Royal family than a Putin or kim jong
anyone an idea who they would want as head of state if we had no royals?
France, Germany, Spain are republics and are not over run with military dictators. They seem to do rather well actually without a class system or aristocracy hoarding 95% of the nation’s wealth."
Spain has a monarchy.. King Felipe |
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"Why deny Charles his time, however brief it may be
He may choose to pass it down to Wills. Simply because the monarch isn't allowed to speak out on politically sensitive issues such as climate change, decarbonisation and such.
Not assuming the crown will allow him to fully persue his green agenda whilst also having the ear of the monarch to green light things."
he can't choose to pass the crown to William. It really isn't up to him. He can't decline the throne, renounce it or abdicate. It requires agreement by parliament and legislation |
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By *AABMan
over a year ago
Not far |
"monarchy will never end.. we have had it 1000 years or so and will still have it in another 1000 years..
what is the alternative? A new president every 4/8 years? no thanks
while we have the monarchy we have the commonwealth and a kingdom.. we have the most stable regime in the world. get rid of all that and we will get overrun by military dictators.
The commonwealth countries back us up as allies in event of war. being little old England we would be on our arses..
Much rather live under the Royal family than a Putin or kim jong
anyone an idea who they would want as head of state if we had no royals?
France, Germany, Spain are republics and are not over run with military dictators. They seem to do rather well actually without a class system or aristocracy hoarding 95% of the nation’s wealth.
go live in one of them then if you dont like the royals"
What a ridiculous thing to say. This is the country of my birth, I like it here mostly and it’s convenient. But I couldn’t give a shit about the royals. If it wasn’t for the tourism interest they generate, I’d say abolish them. |
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The whole principle of the hereditary monarchy is that the crown passes to eldest child of the king or queen. Who decides that Charles should be missed out? Personally I think he shouldn’t be king, but I think we can do without kings and queens full stop. But if we do have them, let’s do it properly! |
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"France, Germany, Spain are republics and are not over run with military dIctators."
Napoleon
Hitler
Franco...the last even within your own living memory.
Also, as has been pointed out, Spain does in fact have a monarchy. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Does it actually matter? Queen Elizabeth has been an exception. The monarchy is an out of date concept now. No-one in that family has the stature to fill her shoes. We should move on from this idea to a presidential system once she passes away. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Charles wants it, William doesn't. Although he knows he will have to eventually, he will be happy to keep it at bay as long as possible."
See this is what's on my mind now. I have historically always supported the monarchy, and debated with those that would abolish it. Maybe it's because I come from a military family. And was conditioned to sing "God save the Queen" through Brownies then cadets! But looking at it now, the life Harry and William have had. Luxury yes but everything before their mother died then after, and hounded by press. And looking at the Harry/Meghan shitshow now. I would abolish it all purely so no more children have to be born into the whole "duty to their country" thing. History maybe takes a dim view of Edward abdicating to be with Wallis Simpson. But perhaps he was actually the bravest |
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"I kinda like the idea of the country having it's own matriarch that just about every generation throughout the world can relate to. Politicians rise and fall, but Her Majesty has always seemed as perennial as the grass, although I do know that she can't go on forever. I am bias as well because, my own mum is 88 and gets treated like a queen. "
Yes, but it could have been Princess Margaret if she'd been born first. Imagine that?! We dodged a bullet and that's the problem with an heriditary system, you're stuck with them possibly for decades. |
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So what if Margaret had been queen? Would it have made any difference to the lives of the vast majority of this country? No.
They dont make any decisions that affect you. They know what can happen if they try to interfere. They learned that lesson a long time ago.
Why the assumption that you have to replace them with an elected head of state? |
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The constitution doesn't allow for the queen to abdicate and pass on the mantel to Charles. From what I have read, abdication does not just mean the monarch steps aside and the next in line takes over. Abdication is the abdication of the entire line. So the monarchy would go to the person who otherwise would be have been next in line if it hadn't been the current monarch. I'm not sure who that would be.
The monarch is really only a ceremonial role. I'm not sure why it's a problem the Charles has had to wait a long time. |
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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago
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"I kinda like the idea of the country having it's own matriarch that just about every generation throughout the world can relate to. Politicians rise and fall, but Her Majesty has always seemed as perennial as the grass, although I do know that she can't go on forever. I am bias as well because, my own mum is 88 and gets treated like a queen.
Yes, but it could have been Princess Margaret if she'd been born first. Imagine that?! We dodged a bullet and that's the problem with an heriditary system, you're stuck with them possibly for decades. "
Back in the day, with the issuance of the Magna Carta waaaaaay back in 1215, the ruling monarch held absolute power over his/her subjects. When King John popped his seal to the Magna Carta, the folk of England slowly gained more rights as the power of the monarchy became much more limited.
As our British head of state, the Queen has the right to be consulted, the right to encourage, and the right to warn, but she is required to act on the advice of her governors, even when she disagrees with them. She can and does, however, retain the absolute right to veto any legislation she deems unfit.
She can also fire the prime minister, but he can’t do the same to her, so it seems that when all things are taken into consideration, the Queen is super powerful, but, if you look at how many plonker PM’s we’ve had, without The Queen giving them the old heave-ho, it’s more likely that we should be worried by our PM’s actions than our Queen’s.
So what I’m trying to say is that she is just The Managing Director and signs off the paperwork put before her, it’s those beneath her who set wheels in motion and have their own agenda. It’s them we need to keep an eye on. |
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"Does the death of Prince Philip just short of his 100th birthday, and the fact that the Queen will be 95 this year, provide an opportune time for Charles to become monarch.
I feel no personal connection to the concept of a monarchy, but it is clearly an important facet of British culture that many citizens identify with.
Charles himself is not a young man, and if the Queen remains in power for several more years, might it be more appropriate for William to become monarch when the Queen dies, rather than Charles.
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Royal protocol would not permit Charles to be skipped and William crowned. Jesus the royal courtiers would have a major breakdown at the thought! Rules are rules! |
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"The constitution doesn't allow for the queen to abdicate and pass on the mantel to Charles. From what I have read, abdication does not just mean the monarch steps aside and the next in line takes over. Abdication is the abdication of the entire line. So the monarchy would go to the person who otherwise would be have been next in line if it hadn't been the current monarch. I'm not sure who that would be.
The monarch is really only a ceremonial role. I'm not sure why it's a problem the Charles has had to wait a long time. "
The Duke of Windsor abdicated and his brother became King |
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over a year ago
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"Changing subject, has BBC and ITV gone totally overboard with their coverage of this ?
God yes. I've gone on shutdown. Can't listen to music stations or chat stations or the t.v.
He dies and my usual routine has to stop ?
I have made a complaint using the link the BBC has made as apparently they have been bombarded with complaints - I fully expect the reply to be “just wait till the Queen pops her clogs this is just a taster mate”
It’s the obsequious Nicolas Witchell that grinds my gears "
Even prince Charles was overheard saying "I can't stand that man". |
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Just as Liz has said she would never abdicate, Charles has always said he constantly on preparing to become king so I don't think we should deny him that one thing he has always been destined to be. |
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"I kinda like the idea of the country having it's own matriarch that just about every generation throughout the world can relate to. Politicians rise and fall, but Her Majesty has always seemed as perennial as the grass, although I do know that she can't go on forever. I am bias as well because, my own mum is 88 and gets treated like a queen. "
This is an important point. The British monarchy has provided a constant through all the political ebbs and flows of the decades that we have have had a parliamentary system. Without it we could stagger between the massive divisions of the political parties, like the US. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"So what if Margaret had been queen? Would it have made any difference to the lives of the vast majority of this country? No.
They dont make any decisions that affect you. They know what can happen if they try to interfere. They learned that lesson a long time ago.
Why the assumption that you have to replace them with an elected head of state? "
I think this misses the point. It's about national image and influence abroad. This does have an impact on all of us.
The Queen also has influence with the government through her regular meetings with the prime minister. Her views hold some sway without going so far as interference. |
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over a year ago
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"It would be good for her to be the last and them to return their riches to the nation. Failing that, Charles to get his turn, when she's gone. "
Will all the other billionaires return their riches to the people?
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"I kinda like the idea of the country having it's own matriarch that just about every generation throughout the world can relate to. Politicians rise and fall, but Her Majesty has always seemed as perennial as the grass, although I do know that she can't go on forever. I am bias as well because, my own mum is 88 and gets treated like a queen.
Yes, but it could have been Princess Margaret if she'd been born first. Imagine that?! We dodged a bullet and that's the problem with an heriditary system, you're stuck with them possibly for decades.
Back in the day, with the issuance of the Magna Carta waaaaaay back in 1215, the ruling monarch held absolute power over his/her subjects. When King John popped his seal to the Magna Carta, the folk of England slowly gained more rights as the power of the monarchy became much more limited.
As our British head of state, the Queen has the right to be consulted, the right to encourage, and the right to warn, but she is required to act on the advice of her governors, even when she disagrees with them. She can and does, however, retain the absolute right to veto any legislation she deems unfit.
She can also fire the prime minister, but he can’t do the same to her, so it seems that when all things are taken into consideration, the Queen is super powerful, but, if you look at how many plonker PM’s we’ve had, without The Queen giving them the old heave-ho, it’s more likely that we should be worried by our PM’s actions than our Queen’s.
So what I’m trying to say is that she is just The Managing Director and signs off the paperwork put before her, it’s those beneath her who set wheels in motion and have their own agenda. It’s them we need to keep an eye on."
Exactly. Shes a rubber stamp. Nothing more. |
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"So what if Margaret had been queen? Would it have made any difference to the lives of the vast majority of this country? No.
They dont make any decisions that affect you. They know what can happen if they try to interfere. They learned that lesson a long time ago.
Why the assumption that you have to replace them with an elected head of state?
I think this misses the point. It's about national image and influence abroad. This does have an impact on all of us.
The Queen also has influence with the government through her regular meetings with the prime minister. Her views hold some sway without going so far as interference. "
What influence??? People are driven by money and power, deep down they couldnt give a shit about a visit from a queen. Her views do not hold sway. She might give her opinion but she will no doubt be routinely ignored. As for the image they portray abroad, i can honestly say that I am ashamed we still have a royal family. Not the personalities but the positions. They are a ludicrous anachronism, just like any other royalty throughout the world.
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By *atonMan
over a year ago
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All you fawning deferential subjugates buttressing an archaic and outdated institution that holds us mere mortals in contempt. How has the worlds rudest man suddenly upon his demise become a Saint? |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"All you fawning deferential subjugates buttressing an archaic and outdated institution that holds us mere mortals in contempt. How has the worlds rudest man suddenly upon his demise become a Saint? "
Give your head a wobble you mug! |
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"All you fawning deferential subjugates buttressing an archaic and outdated institution that holds us mere mortals in contempt. How has the worlds rudest man suddenly upon his demise become a Saint? "
show some respect for a man that whatever your views on the monarchy he has served his country
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By *phroditeWoman
over a year ago
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A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture. |
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture."
Loved how the family walked back up the hill rather than take the cars. Private family funeral in a way. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I actually shed a tear for The Queen this afternoon, while watching the live coverage on TV...as did many. RIP Prince Philip. You Were One Of Kind  "
*One Of A Kind |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"All you fawning deferential subjugates buttressing an archaic and outdated institution that holds us mere mortals in contempt. How has the worlds rudest man suddenly upon his demise become a Saint? "
I think all the blood has gone to your dick instead of your brain !
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture."
There is a reason why Britain and its Monarchy attracts massive attention and interest from all over the globe, and today's proceedings were a prime example - we do pageantry, pomp and circumstance better than anyone else...
....though today was subdued in comparison to previous such ceremonial funerals, the dignity and precision with which HRH made his final journey will have been seen and marvelled at by millions around the world...
....such occasions always make me, for one, immensely proud to be British. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"All you fawning deferential subjugates buttressing an archaic and outdated institution that holds us mere mortals in contempt. How has the worlds rudest man suddenly upon his demise become a Saint? I think all the blood has gone to your dick instead of your brain !"
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By *phroditeWoman
over a year ago
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture.
Loved how the family walked back up the hill rather than take the cars. Private family funeral in a way. "
Me, too |
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By *phroditeWoman
over a year ago
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture.
There is a reason why Britain and its Monarchy attracts massive attention and interest from all over the globe, and today's proceedings were a prime example - we do pageantry, pomp and circumstance better than anyone else...
....though today was subdued in comparison to previous such ceremonial funerals, the dignity and precision with which HRH made his final journey will have been seen and marvelled at by millions around the world...
....such occasions always make me, for one, immensely proud to be British."
100% |
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By *amissCouple
over a year ago
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture."
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Losing a partner after such a long time together reminded me of my wonderful grandparents. Seeing the Queen sat alone was a very sad sight.
It was a beautiful ceremony that was indicative of the times.
He lived a tough life from an early age and knew sorrow and sacrifice. People like him are a dying breed. |
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"Losing a partner after such a long time together reminded me of my wonderful grandparents. Seeing the Queen sat alone was a very sad sight.
It was a beautiful ceremony that was indicative of the times.
He lived a tough life from an early age and knew sorrow and sacrifice. People like him are a dying breed. "
I second that, I watch with tears. And felt so much for The Queen sat alone |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Losing a partner after such a long time together reminded me of my wonderful grandparents. Seeing the Queen sat alone was a very sad sight.
It was a beautiful ceremony that was indicative of the times.
He lived a tough life from an early age and knew sorrow and sacrifice. People like him are a dying breed.
I second that, I watch with tears. And felt so much for The Queen sat alone"
Same for me, she looked so lost without him by her side. |
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By *os19Man
over a year ago
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RIP Prince Philip.The Queen will find it difficult to adjust after all they were married for 73 years.Can I ask when the Queen got into the car there was a lady in the car with her I believe they call her a lady in waiting.Would it have been better if one or both of her daughter in law or granddaughters had got into the car with her or is that not part of royal protocol. |
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture."
this was so true.. I shed a tear or two this afternoon |
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"RIP Prince Philip.The Queen will find it difficult to adjust after all they were married for 73 years.Can I ask when the Queen got into the car there was a lady in the car with her I believe they call her a lady in waiting.Would it have been better if one or both of her daughter in law or granddaughters had got into the car with her or is that not part of royal protocol."
I guess the lady in waiting is in her bubble. |
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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago
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"RIP Prince Philip.The Queen will find it difficult to adjust after all they were married for 73 years.Can I ask when the Queen got into the car there was a lady in the car with her I believe they call her a lady in waiting.Would it have been better if one or both of her daughter in law or granddaughters had got into the car with her or is that not part of royal protocol."
Because of Covid restrictions I believe the families were in their own groups. |
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture.
Loved how the family walked back up the hill rather than take the cars. Private family funeral in a way. "
I think a few people would have opted for different shoes if they realised the weather was going to be so nice that Charles and Anne decided everyone should walk! |
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture.
Loved how the family walked back up the hill rather than take the cars. Private family funeral in a way.
I think a few people would have opted for different shoes if they realised the weather was going to be so nice that Charles and Anne decided everyone should walk!"
Yeah those heels! 
Gave the world a chance to see William and Harry talking. |
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By *os19Man
over a year ago
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"RIP Prince Philip.The Queen will find it difficult to adjust after all they were married for 73 years.Can I ask when the Queen got into the car there was a lady in the car with her I believe they call her a lady in waiting.Would it have been better if one or both of her daughter in law or granddaughters had got into the car with her or is that not part of royal protocol.
I guess the lady in waiting is in her bubble. "
. Thanks what you are saying makes sense |
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By *os19Man
over a year ago
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"RIP Prince Philip.The Queen will find it difficult to adjust after all they were married for 73 years.Can I ask when the Queen got into the car there was a lady in the car with her I believe they call her a lady in waiting.Would it have been better if one or both of her daughter in law or granddaughters had got into the car with her or is that not part of royal protocol.
Because of Covid restrictions I believe the families were in their own groups."
. Thanks I guess the lady in waiting is probably part of her group |
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture.
There is a reason why Britain and its Monarchy attracts massive attention and interest from all over the globe, and today's proceedings were a prime example - we do pageantry, pomp and circumstance better than anyone else...
....though today was subdued in comparison to previous such ceremonial funerals, the dignity and precision with which HRH made his final journey will have been seen and marvelled at by millions around the world...
....such occasions always make me, for one, immensely proud to be British."
No other country comes anywhere near the UK for our pomp and circumstance whatever the occasion.... military precision at its best.
#proudtobebritish |
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By *ubal1 OP Man
over a year ago
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From what I saw of Prince Philip's funeral today, it appeared to be a dignified largely family affair that was in keeping with his wishes.
He was a highly complex individual, with a troubled initial upbringing that appeared to have been stabilised after his marriage in the late-1940s.
May he rest in peace. |
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I think the Queen should remain as Monarch.
Charles should skip it.
Harry and William should fight over it, with proper armies with suits of armour, maces, swords and shields.
Harry would probably win and become King, the new Henry VIII.
We then invade France and Spain and take all their gold and silver.
And we all live happily ever after. |
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"I think the Queen should remain as Monarch.
Charles should skip it.
Harry and William should fight over it, with proper armies with suits of armour, maces, swords and shields.
Harry would probably win and become King, the new Henry VIII.
We then invade France and Spain and take all their gold and silver.
And we all live happily ever after."
It’s a bold strategy cotton! |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Changing subject, has BBC and ITV gone totally overboard with their coverage of this ?
God yes. I've gone on shutdown. Can't listen to music stations or chat stations or the t.v.
He dies and my usual routine has to stop ? "
Your usual routine? |
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The whole notion you get to be king or queen just because you belong to a certain family is a bit beyond me. The UK has never fully grasped the concept of democracy.
Who you get as your king or queen is a bit like russian roulette, they could be awful. Just imagine if it had been Margaret rather than Elizabeth, or if Andrew was next in line? |
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"A service as beautiful as fitting a tribute to the Duke, in its powerful simplicity, an amazing display of members of the Armed Forces - he had dedicated his life to Queen and country.
You do not need to be a Royalist to appreciate today's service and display. This to me is a true part reflective of British culture.
There is a reason why Britain and its Monarchy attracts massive attention and interest from all over the globe, and today's proceedings were a prime example - we do pageantry, pomp and circumstance better than anyone else...
....though today was subdued in comparison to previous such ceremonial funerals, the dignity and precision with which HRH made his final journey will have been seen and marvelled at by millions around the world...
....such occasions always make me, for one, immensely proud to be British.
No other country comes anywhere near the UK for our pomp and circumstance whatever the occasion.... military precision at its best.
#proudtobebritish"
Take a trip to Thailand then. |
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I love Royalty threads online, they bring out all the lefty Royal haters and I enjoy reading their replies while they vent their spleens.
Gives me so much pleasure!
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By *atonMan
over a year ago
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"All you fawning deferential subjugates buttressing an archaic and outdated institution that holds us mere mortals in contempt. How has the worlds rudest man suddenly upon his demise become a Saint?
Give your head a wobble you mug! "
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"I wonder if anyone knows whether the specially commissioned Land Rover hearse is to go on permanent display; it would be a waste to have it hidden away under dust covers."
It will almost certainly be used again. Off the top of my head i can think of two senior royals that would certainly want to use it. |
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"I wonder if anyone knows whether the specially commissioned Land Rover hearse is to go on permanent display; it would be a waste to have it hidden away under dust covers.
It will almost certainly be used again. Off the top of my head i can think of two senior royals that would certainly want to use it."
I'm sure that if someone enterprising crated a clone of it they would not go short of bookings.
Now, if The Monarchy PLC wanted to get closer to the masses, they ought to consider renting out the existing one. |
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By *phroditeWoman
over a year ago
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"I love Royalty threads online, they bring out all the lefty Royal haters and I enjoy reading their replies while they vent their spleens.
Gives me so much pleasure!
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Oh dear - that's a bit of an assumption and stereotyping, isn't it?
Leftie here, and neither anti Royals (on the contrary as they do a lot for the UK) nor a looney... |
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"I love Royalty threads online, they bring out all the lefty Royal haters and I enjoy reading their replies while they vent their spleens.
Gives me so much pleasure!
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Ah, how wrong you are..
This lefty has the utmost respect for Our Queen, that could be because I recognise duty and commitment or because I took her shilling as a younger man..
Even the ones within that family that I don't think we should be supporting from the public purse I don't 'hate', I think when she passes there will be a trimming down of such things..
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