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H.M. Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh Visit Australia: Day Three (VIDEOS)

On October 21, 2011, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II delivered a speech in the Great Hall at an invitation-only parliamentary reception held at the Government House in Canberra.

In her speech, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has expressed admiration for people who showed courage during a “difficult year” of heavy flooding in Australian towns and a devastating earthquake in New Zealand’s second largest city.  She also spoke about the dozens of Australian armed forces in Afghanistan who have lost their lives, and the two soldiers who were awarded the Victoria Cross. After her speech Her Majesty and the Duke of Edinburgh had a chance to speak one on one with many of the guests at the reception.

And, finally Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II sat down with Prime Minister Julia Gillard and then Opposition Leader Tony Abbott at the Government House.  Meanwhile, the Duke of Edinburgh presented three Australians the World Fellow Award during a small ceremony also held at the Government House.

To watch videos as well as to view photos from today’s event please click the links below:

 Sources: AP and The Herald Sun

Photo courtesy of: Daylife/T. Blackwood/AFP

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh Visit the Floriade Flower Festival in Canberra, Australia (VIDEO)

On October 20, 2011, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh visited the Floriade Flower Festival in Canberra, Australia. Hundreds of locals cheered and waved from the banks of Lake Burley Griffin as the royal couple arrived to the festival by boat. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh also had a chance to tour the grounds of Government House in Canberra this afternoon as well as attend a tree planting ceremony.

Click the links below to watch a video as well as to view photos.

Source: ABC Australia

Photo courtesy of: Zimbio/Pool

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H.M. Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh Have Arrived in Australia (VIDEO)

On October 19, 2011, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh arrived in Canberra, Australia to begin their 11-day official visit to the lovely land down under.

Upon their arrival the royal couple were met by Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Governor-General Quentin Bryce and ACT Chief Minister Katy Gallagher as well as hundreds of well-wishers. After a 21-gun salute the royal anthem and the Australian national anthem were played then it was time to met the people who have waited for hours to see Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.  The royal couple will visit various cities throughout the country including Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.

To watch a video of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh’s arrival as well as to view photos please click the links below:

Photo courtesy of: Zimbio/Pool Sources: ABC.au

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The 2011 Braemar Gathering: Video and Photos

On September 3, 2011, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh attended the 2011 Braemar Gathering in Scotland.  Among the guests were Prime Minister David Cameron and his wife, Samantha.

To view photos as well as to read an article about the Braemar Gathering please click the links below:

Photo courtesy of: Daylife/J.MItchell

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The British Royal Family: The Order of the Garter at Windsor Castle

On June 13, 2011, the British royal family attended, and some participated in, the most ancient and noblest of all Orders of Chivalry… the Order of the Garter.  Garter Day, as it is called, began eons in 1348 by King Edward III to be exact.  What makes the Order of the Garter so special is that it is the sovereign who appoints the order.  Meaning it is his/her personal decision; not by a collective group.  In the end, it’s a huge honor to those who receive it.

Anyway, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, The Earl of Wessex, The Duke of York, and the awesome Princess Royal, got all dressed up in the ancient robes and orders as they, along with the Military Knights ahead of them, slowly walked from Windsor Castle to St. George’s Chapel.

Meanwhile, The Duchess of Cornwall and the Duchess of Cambridge looked on with much amusement and happiness.

To view photos click the links here,  here and here.  To read two articles please click the links here and here.  To learn about the history of the Order of the Garter please click here. 

Source: The Telegraph

Photo courtesy of:  DM