On Monday, Prince Harry paid an emotional tribute to his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, calling her his “guiding compass”. The Duke of Sussex made the heartfelt statement during a speech at the unveiling of a new memorial to his grandmother in London.
The memorial, which was unveiled on the Queen’s 95th birthday, is a tribute to her life and legacy. Prince Harry, who was joined by his wife Meghan Markle, spoke of the Queen’s influence on his life and his admiration for her.
He said: “My grandmother was an extraordinary woman who dedicated her life to service. She was my guiding compass and my moral touchstone. She was the rock on which our family was built, and I will always be grateful for her love and guidance.”
The Prince also spoke of his father, Prince Charles, who will become king when the Queen passes away. He said: “I will honour my father’s legacy by continuing to serve the monarchy and the people of the United Kingdom in the same way my grandmother did.”
The Queen’s memorial is a fitting tribute to her life and legacy. It features a bronze statue of the Queen, surrounded by a garden of roses, lilies, and lavender. The memorial also includes a plaque with a quote from the Queen’s speech in 1997, which reads: “I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.”
The memorial is a reminder of the Queen’s dedication to her country and her family, and of the legacy she has left behind. Prince Harry’s tribute to his grandmother is a touching reminder of the impact she has had on his life and the lives of so many others.
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