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For the first time in 70 years, the British will not listen to traditional language Christmas letter affiliate Queen Isabel II. In its place it will be King Charles III (74), who succeeded to the throne after the death of the king, on 8 September. Next Sunday, December 25, the current monarch will face the challenge of capturing everyone’s attention, just as his mother did during her seven-decade reign.
King Carlos III will speak to the British on Christmas Day, at 3:00 pm local time. The speech will last 10 minutes and He is expected to pay tribute to his mother. The message, as reported by local media, was pre-recorded on December 13th. As Queen Elizabeth II has done since the 1960s, the monarch recorded his speeches days before the holidays.
Elizabeth II gave her first Christmas speech on December 25, 1952.10 months after she assumed the title of Queen of England. The latest in 2021one of the most emotional and personal, since she remembered her husband, The Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away in April of that year. In addition, five other letters are part of the most memorable. Spanish Collects those that have been and will be British favorites.
1.1952 | First
10 months after he ascended the throne after his father’s death, he was King George VIQueen Elizabeth II gave her first Christmas message. He was broadcast on the radio and spoke from the same office where his father and grandfather were congratulating the holidays. The letter focused on what would be his coronation. “I will devote myself to serving you. I will do it in the presence of a great congregation coming from all parts of the Commonwealth and the British Empire,” Elizabeth II said then.
The late King addressed all Britons and asked for their support to do a flawless job in her role as Queen. “I want to ask everyone, regardless of their religion, to pray for me I pray to God to give me wisdom and strength. To fulfill the solemn promises that I will make, and to serve him and you faithfully, all the days of my life.
2. 1957 | First televised speech
Five years after accession to the throne, the British first saw Elizabeth II at her Christmas speech. It was broadcast by the BBC and at one point it was cut due to technical issues. even so, It was a historical landmark And full of passion.
His Majesty spoke about technology, saying: “Television has made it possible for many of you to see me in your homes on Christmas Day.. My family often gets together to watch TV at this time, and this is how I fantasize about how you feel right now.”
3. 1966 | A reference to feminism
The women were the protagonists From the 1966 Christmas address. Elizabeth II wanted to dedicate herself to them, alluding to the right to vote and the power they have exercised over the world since then.
“It was the woman They have breathed sweetness and care into the difficult progress of mankind. Elizabeth II said that the struggle against inhuman prejudices, misery, ignorance and disease has always owed much to the determination and perseverance of women.
4. 1992 | most controversial in his book The dreadful approached
Queen Elizabeth II has acknowledged this, and is more sincere than ever 1992 was not a good year. The queen experienced uncomfortable moments that prompted her to classify her as The dreadful approached.
“1992 is not the year I look forward to with pure pleasure,” he said with humor, but spoke with complete sincerity. Months earlier, Elizabeth II faced the secession of the Dukes of York, Andrew (62) and Sarah Ferguson (63). the Princess Anne (72) She also divorced her husband. Mark Phillipsand Carlos W Diana They actually lived apart. In the same period, the king also had to deal with A.I Fire at Windsor Castle As a result, part of the building was destroyed. “Like many other families, we’ve had some tough days this year,” he said.
The 1992 speech also caused a stir because it had been leaked and published days earlier. Newspaper the sun I highlighted it and forced to pay 200 thousand pounds sterling which the Queen appropriated for charity.
5. 1997 | Memory of Mrs. D
Although that year she celebrated her golden wedding anniversary with the Duke of Edinburgh, the death of Diana of Wales was undoubtedly 1997. That is why, how could it be otherwise, the Queen dedicated her letter to the Princess of Wales.
“everybody We are shocked and saddened by Diana’s passing. “Thousands and thousands of you expressed your pain in a very moving way, with roses and wonderful messages,” Queen Elizabeth II said in one of her longest Christmas addresses.
6. 2002 | A bittersweet public balance
Although it was her Golden Jubilee year, it was a time of great celebration among Britons, Elizabeth II And he has a great loss: his mother and the loss of his sisterMargarita, who passed away weeks ago.
“Many will know from their own experience the pain caused by the death of a mother or sister. They have been a very important part of my life and have always given me their support and encouragement. But My grief was relieved by the generous honor “Many of you have paid for the service you have rendered to this country and the Commonwealth in general,” said the Queen.
He added, “I felt the Golden Jubilee was more than just a memory. The celebrations were joyful occasions, but they seemed to evoke something more lasting and profound: a sense of belonging and pride in the country.”
7. 2021 | The last and most personal
On 25 December 2021, Elizabeth II’s last Christmas message was broadcast. Dressed in red, with a portrait of herself and the Duke of Edinburgh beside her on the table, the King She thanked the “warmth and affection” she had received in recent months after the loss of her husband.
Although she was always described as a strong woman, she was vulnerable in this letter. It was without a doubt one of the most emotional and personal events. “Although this is a time of great happiness and joy for many, Christmas can be difficult for those who have lost someone they love. This year, especially, I understand why,” he said at the time. “Life, of course, consists of both final matches and first encounters.Full of emotion, she thought, recalling how much she missed her “dear” husband and revealing that she remembered “the mischievous and inquisitive luster of the Duke of Edinburgh”.
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