In 1947, on her 21st birthday, Queen Elizabeth pledged in a broadcast from Cape Town to the Commonwealth to devote her life, whether it be short or long to the service of the people.
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That happened to be more than a promise as it became a profound personal commitment that has defined her whole life and seen her make sacrifices for duty.
Queen Elizabeth’s dedication and devotion as a sovereign never waivered, through times of change and progress, through times of joy and celebration, and through times of sadness and loss.
In her life of service we saw that abiding love of tradition, together with that fearless embrace of progress which has made us great as Nations. The affection, admiration and respect she inspired became the hallmark of her reign.
And for that she has always combined those qualities with warmth, humour and an unerring ability to always see the best in people.
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