| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. 00:14 - Jun 2 with 3302 views | StochesStotasBlewe |
I was born in 1960. She has been Head of State for 8 years longer than i've been on planet earth. She has served the nation with dignity, wisdom and been a great ambassador for the UK and Commonwealth during her reign.
GSTQ. |  |
| We have no village green, or a shop.
It's very, very quiet.
I can walk to the pub. |
| |  |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:10 - Jun 2 with 998 views | Swansea_Blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 09:23 - Jun 2 by itfcjoe |
Incredible to think how long she has been on the throne, we'll never see the likes of it again. Been a fantastic ambassador and figurehead for the country - I'll be enjoying the Jubilee celebrations over the weekend.
GSTQ |
Yep, it’s certainly a unique thing for all of us alive today. As you say, none of us will see the like again.
I distinctly remember a big thing being made of the Silver Jubilee. I’d have been 5 (nearly 6!) and was living in Gislingham at the time. I can remember making flags in school and we also had stuff going on on the village green. TWTD.
I’m not particularly fussed this time round. Possibly a bit of flag fatigue as it’s been corrupted by false patriots over the last 6 years. Possibly I’m a bit more aware that the monarchy is still seen as a symbol of English oppression by some in this part of the world. Also their profligacy seems a bit crude when so many are struggling to put food on the table.
She’s undeniably been an excellent servant and ambassador to the country though. And could well be the end of the line on monarchy as we know it (William & Kate’s recent Caribbean trip brought out a response from the host people like we’ve never seen before - the days of overseas tours in front of flag waving, smiling subjects could well be finished). |  |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:25 - Jun 2 with 971 views | Blue_Order |
Fun fact: I helped cook her lunch on her golden jubilee visit to Bury St. Edmunds in 2002 😎🇬🇧 |  | | |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:32 - Jun 2 with 953 views | cressi |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 09:39 - Jun 2 by BloomBlue |
The Monarchy is great, about to head off with all my flags to celebrate with 1000s of others. Will be doing the same tomorrow and over the weekend. |
I certainly won't rather stick pins in my eyes |  | | |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:38 - Jun 2 with 949 views | pointofblue |
My feeling with the monarchy is purely from a financial point of view - if they bring in more economically to the country then we pay them then let them stay in place. If they cost us more than they bring in then they need to go; in truth it’s not as if the palaces and castle will be destroyed either and they’ll forever be attractions because of their history.
Perhaps that’s why Prince Charles is looking to cut down the monarchy; the numbers relating to the above are not in the Royal Family’s favour?
The Queen has led this country through good times and bad and, and money alone does not make life necessarily easy. There is a lot of love and respect, and there are a lot of questions to also be answered. There is only so many times ‘sorry’ can be said for treatment and actions by ancestors but there’s a lot of pressure in the present regarding the future. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:38 - Jun 2 with 951 views | Churchman |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 08:53 - Jun 2 by You_Bloo_Right |
"I was passed over again for that knighthood ...."
Me too Church. Crazy isn't it? Dedicate one's whole life to nothing in particular and still have to wait for recognition behind a veritable raft of do-gooders (some do-no-gooders) and sportspeople. Pah! |
The thing is that as a total hypocrite, if she was agreeable to giving me that well deserved knighthood for services to myself and charitable support for the brewing industry or maybe a title (anyways fancied Baron as it sounds slightly wicked and mysterious) I’ll happily support the monarchy. Is that too much to ask? Yet here I am at the bottom of the heap. Grrr |  | | |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:53 - Jun 2 with 925 views | solomon |
It’s ironic that I have more respect and confidence for an individual/ institution I did not vote for than the assembled bunch of lairs cheats and deviants who have been on the ballot papers we did vote for. |  | | |
| Go on then. (n/t) on 10:55 - Jun 2 with 920 views | Bloots |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:32 - Jun 2 by cressi |
I certainly won't rather stick pins in my eyes |
|  |
| "The sooner he comes back the better, this place has been a disaster without him" - TWTD User (July 2025) |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:57 - Jun 2 with 915 views | Radlett_blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:38 - Jun 2 by pointofblue |
My feeling with the monarchy is purely from a financial point of view - if they bring in more economically to the country then we pay them then let them stay in place. If they cost us more than they bring in then they need to go; in truth it’s not as if the palaces and castle will be destroyed either and they’ll forever be attractions because of their history.
Perhaps that’s why Prince Charles is looking to cut down the monarchy; the numbers relating to the above are not in the Royal Family’s favour?
The Queen has led this country through good times and bad and, and money alone does not make life necessarily easy. There is a lot of love and respect, and there are a lot of questions to also be answered. There is only so many times ‘sorry’ can be said for treatment and actions by ancestors but there’s a lot of pressure in the present regarding the future. |
The benefits that having a monarchy produces in terms of tourism is impossible to prove. clearly it attracts some people at the margin, but the impact is hugely exaggerated. How popular is Paris with tourists, for example? |  |
| |
Login to get fewer ads
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 11:23 - Jun 2 with 884 views | Ryorry |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 09:53 - Jun 2 by Swansea_Blue |
She was classed as a minor in the US courts. Andrew was allegedly ‘introduced’ to her several times, including in the States. I’m not sure whether the minor label refers specifically to Andrew’s interactions with her or is from one of the very many other ‘introductions’ arranged by Maxwell.
Either way, it’s a disgusting case of grooming and sex trafficking in which the abusers have received far more protection that the victim. |
Not just "allegedly" if you count victim testimony incorporated in the BBC's 'Maxwell' docu series. Seemed absolutely credible to me. |  |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 12:21 - Jun 2 with 853 views | Oldsmoker |
I think your post sums up her contribution accurately.
I've seen lots of fawning articles showcasing all the marvellous inventions that have happened during her reign. You would almost think that without her, none of those things would have been invented.
By the way, all these inventions happened in your lifetime and my lifetime so I think we should claim some credit too.
If none of you had cottoned on, these 4 days of holiday and the preparation required to put on the celebrations are a dry run for when Brenda finally pops it.
Almost forgot (tugging his forehead) Gawd bless yer ma'am. |  |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 14:33 - Jun 2 with 806 views | Tangledupin_Blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:05 - Jun 2 by MattinLondon |
Hope you have fun with lots of plastic tact. |
Is 'tact' a portmanteau word for 'tacky tat'? |  |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 14:48 - Jun 2 with 784 views | Joey_Joe_Joe_Junior |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 09:23 - Jun 2 by itfcjoe |
Incredible to think how long she has been on the throne, we'll never see the likes of it again. Been a fantastic ambassador and figurehead for the country - I'll be enjoying the Jubilee celebrations over the weekend.
GSTQ |
Oh so you don’t have to be a nasty horrible right winger to be enjoying the Jubilee and acknowledging her 70 years on the throne then?
Good for you mate, I have fond memories of my parents coming down to London ten years ago, a great couple of days of celebrations, despite the weather!
The absolute bile and hatred on here has reached new levels towards those with opposing views, the “be kind” types at the forefront. |  | | |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 14:56 - Jun 2 with 776 views | Joey_Joe_Joe_Junior |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 09:08 - Jun 2 by gazzer1999 |
Totally agree regarding the bile, you can have a difference of opinion but where does it say you resort to 'industrial language' to make a point. Totally shocked by the lack of moderation on these issues on this site. Maybe it suits their view of things. |
Basically just name calling and anger from about ten prominent posters who hate everything about where they live and the horrible people that walk amongst them in society if they don’t see the world in exactly the same way. Sad really.
I mean I moved but I like coming back!
GSTQ | | | |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:24 - Jun 2 with 654 views | Swansea_Blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 11:23 - Jun 2 by Ryorry |
Not just "allegedly" if you count victim testimony incorporated in the BBC's 'Maxwell' docu series. Seemed absolutely credible to me. |
I wasn’t sure where we stood on this one in terms of keeping Phil out of trouble. The multi-million £ settlement tells us all we need to know I reckon. A vile business. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:43 - Jun 2 with 625 views | monytowbray |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:24 - Jun 2 by Swansea_Blue |
I wasn’t sure where we stood on this one in terms of keeping Phil out of trouble. The multi-million £ settlement tells us all we need to know I reckon. A vile business. |
Yeah but no one swear, we can’t have that. Nonces all cool though! |  |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:56 - Jun 2 with 606 views | Tangledupin_Blue |
I would like us to be citizens of a republic rather than subjects of a monarch but I can see why others differ.
My grandmother died in 1978 aged 90. She used to tell us that, as a girl growing up in London, she saw Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee procession and touched the Queen's hand. There will be children who saw the queen today who, in 90 years time, will tell their great-great-grandchildren. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:58 - Jun 2 with 604 views | Swansea_Blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:38 - Jun 2 by pointofblue |
My feeling with the monarchy is purely from a financial point of view - if they bring in more economically to the country then we pay them then let them stay in place. If they cost us more than they bring in then they need to go; in truth it’s not as if the palaces and castle will be destroyed either and they’ll forever be attractions because of their history.
Perhaps that’s why Prince Charles is looking to cut down the monarchy; the numbers relating to the above are not in the Royal Family’s favour?
The Queen has led this country through good times and bad and, and money alone does not make life necessarily easy. There is a lot of love and respect, and there are a lot of questions to also be answered. There is only so many times ‘sorry’ can be said for treatment and actions by ancestors but there’s a lot of pressure in the present regarding the future. |
When you say “led the country” I’m struggling to find many examples of leadership, other than being in the position of HoS, which she’s in by default. I’ve never had much of an interest, so in the spirit of getting involved I’ve been searching today for examples of where she’s made a real difference. What’s going to be her legacy? Maybe the history buffs can help out here, as all I’ve found of any meaning is:
- A willingness to cede power to Canada during their patriation in 1977. It’s not clear whether she pushed for this or reacted to an inevitable movement.
- Overseeing decolonisation of several countries - again, not clear if she was an instigator or was swept along in something inevitable.
- apparently she “helped” pass the Crown Act of 2013, which removed the patriarchal element of royal succession. But this was an act passed through Parliament, so her role is not clear.
I can’t find much else. Genuinely, I’m not looking to be critical. 70 years of being the most privileged person in the country is a long time to make some changes and do some good, so there must be plenty more than what I’ve found. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:05 - Jun 2 with 589 views | jeera |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:56 - Jun 2 by Tangledupin_Blue |
I would like us to be citizens of a republic rather than subjects of a monarch but I can see why others differ.
My grandmother died in 1978 aged 90. She used to tell us that, as a girl growing up in London, she saw Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee procession and touched the Queen's hand. There will be children who saw the queen today who, in 90 years time, will tell their great-great-grandchildren. |
I've still got the Silver Jubilee coin that was handed out to school children in '77.
Not worth anything unfortunately as it appears there are loads out there. There was me hoping most people would have lost theirs or thrown them into canals in protest over the years.
Watched the parade in either Ipswich or Bury, I can't remember clearly which as I was flitting between the two places at that time. |  |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:11 - Jun 2 with 579 views | Swansea_Blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:05 - Jun 2 by jeera |
I've still got the Silver Jubilee coin that was handed out to school children in '77.
Not worth anything unfortunately as it appears there are loads out there. There was me hoping most people would have lost theirs or thrown them into canals in protest over the years.
Watched the parade in either Ipswich or Bury, I can't remember clearly which as I was flitting between the two places at that time. |
I’ve still got that coin as well. And I’ve been clearing out my Dad’s house this week and found a bunch of original coronation memorabilia from ‘52. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:15 - Jun 2 with 578 views | jeera |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:11 - Jun 2 by Swansea_Blue |
I’ve still got that coin as well. And I’ve been clearing out my Dad’s house this week and found a bunch of original coronation memorabilia from ‘52. |
Magnificent to find your dad's stuff like that. Tells a few extra stories about his life doesn't it and gives a few moments to ponder on.
As for your '77 coin, if you could just kindly throw that into a canal that would be great. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:38 - Jun 2 with 555 views | Swansea_Blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:15 - Jun 2 by jeera |
Magnificent to find your dad's stuff like that. Tells a few extra stories about his life doesn't it and gives a few moments to ponder on.
As for your '77 coin, if you could just kindly throw that into a canal that would be great. |
Lol. Not sure where the nearest canal is, but we’ve plenty of coastline and shifting sands.
It’s been a right trip down memory lane and into the past this week. He and my mum were hoarders, so I’ve got family photos from the late 1800s (no idea who anyone is though!), WWI memorabilia from my great grandad who served on the fleet flagship, the Iron Duke, in WWI under Admiral Jellicoe (I remember him telling me stories when I was a kid of his time in the navy, including action at Jutland). WWII medals and badges from my grandad on my mums side who flew on the Lancasters. Plenty of photos of me as a super cool kid too of course (where did it all go wrong?!).
Clearing out a house is a right pain in the butt though. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:43 - Jun 2 with 549 views | Churchman |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:05 - Jun 2 by jeera |
I've still got the Silver Jubilee coin that was handed out to school children in '77.
Not worth anything unfortunately as it appears there are loads out there. There was me hoping most people would have lost theirs or thrown them into canals in protest over the years.
Watched the parade in either Ipswich or Bury, I can't remember clearly which as I was flitting between the two places at that time. |
I was at Boarding School at the time in 1977 and tbh I don’t remember a whole lot about it. There was bunting and stuff, a decent tea for once and though I don’t remember receiving it I do have a Jubilee coin. Sorry about that!
In the misses’ mad aunt’s house we did find a pristine souvenir programme for the coronation, which I gave to my mum. She was well into royalty. It’s in my dads house somewhere unless he’s chucked it out. I also have the odd coronation mug for George 5 and Eddy 7. Chipped and worthless, as is the WW1 commemoration mug with Haig and Beatty’s images on it. Ironic as they were both berks. That’s it on the memorabilia front. Total value: zilch. [Post edited 2 Jun 2022 23:46]
| | | |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 10:15 - Jun 3 with 415 views | Radlett_blue |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 23:43 - Jun 2 by Churchman |
I was at Boarding School at the time in 1977 and tbh I don’t remember a whole lot about it. There was bunting and stuff, a decent tea for once and though I don’t remember receiving it I do have a Jubilee coin. Sorry about that!
In the misses’ mad aunt’s house we did find a pristine souvenir programme for the coronation, which I gave to my mum. She was well into royalty. It’s in my dads house somewhere unless he’s chucked it out. I also have the odd coronation mug for George 5 and Eddy 7. Chipped and worthless, as is the WW1 commemoration mug with Haig and Beatty’s images on it. Ironic as they were both berks. That’s it on the memorabilia front. Total value: zilch. [Post edited 2 Jun 2022 23:46]
|
I was 20 at the time & some friends had an anti-Jubilee party to which you were denied access if you wore anything red, white or blue. | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 12:04 - Jun 3 with 374 views | Ryorry |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:58 - Jun 2 by Swansea_Blue |
When you say “led the country” I’m struggling to find many examples of leadership, other than being in the position of HoS, which she’s in by default. I’ve never had much of an interest, so in the spirit of getting involved I’ve been searching today for examples of where she’s made a real difference. What’s going to be her legacy? Maybe the history buffs can help out here, as all I’ve found of any meaning is:
- A willingness to cede power to Canada during their patriation in 1977. It’s not clear whether she pushed for this or reacted to an inevitable movement.
- Overseeing decolonisation of several countries - again, not clear if she was an instigator or was swept along in something inevitable.
- apparently she “helped” pass the Crown Act of 2013, which removed the patriarchal element of royal succession. But this was an act passed through Parliament, so her role is not clear.
I can’t find much else. Genuinely, I’m not looking to be critical. 70 years of being the most privileged person in the country is a long time to make some changes and do some good, so there must be plenty more than what I’ve found. |
All depends how you see 'privilege'. I'd rather scrub public lavs for 50 years & be in a position to make my own choices as far as possible, than be born into her goldfish bowl public life.
Imagine having to smile nicely & be polite to *everybody*, incl Trump, Johnson (every week ffs!) and DaveU  when what you're actually itching to do is tell them what you *really* think of them! | |
| |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 12:33 - Jun 3 with 347 views | The_Flashing_Smile |
| Queen Elizabeth II. 70 Years The Monarch. on 22:58 - Jun 2 by Swansea_Blue |
When you say “led the country” I’m struggling to find many examples of leadership, other than being in the position of HoS, which she’s in by default. I’ve never had much of an interest, so in the spirit of getting involved I’ve been searching today for examples of where she’s made a real difference. What’s going to be her legacy? Maybe the history buffs can help out here, as all I’ve found of any meaning is:
- A willingness to cede power to Canada during their patriation in 1977. It’s not clear whether she pushed for this or reacted to an inevitable movement.
- Overseeing decolonisation of several countries - again, not clear if she was an instigator or was swept along in something inevitable.
- apparently she “helped” pass the Crown Act of 2013, which removed the patriarchal element of royal succession. But this was an act passed through Parliament, so her role is not clear.
I can’t find much else. Genuinely, I’m not looking to be critical. 70 years of being the most privileged person in the country is a long time to make some changes and do some good, so there must be plenty more than what I’ve found. |
I'd have a load more respect for her if she took a look at our current government and said, "Right, I've had enough of this nonsense. Move over Boris, I'm taking charge." |  |
| Trust the process. Trust Phil. |
| |
| |
By continuing to use the site, you agree to our use of cookies and to abide by our Terms and Conditions.
