A moving tribute. Prince William honored his late grandmother Queen Elizabeth II in a speech at the United for Wildlife Global Summit.
04.10.2022 - 22:11 / etcanada.com
The Prince of Wales is marking a big first.
On Tuesday, Prince William delivered a keynote address at the United for Wildlife Global Summit, his first speech since gaining his new title after the death of Queen Elizabeth last month.
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In his speech, William also referenced losing his grandmother while talking about the importance of protecting nature.
“Our natural world is one of our greatest assets,” he said, according to People. “It is a lesson I learnt from a young age, from my father and grandfather, both committed naturalists in their own right, and also from my much-missed grandmother, who cared so much for the natural world.”
He added, “In times of loss, it is a comfort to honour those we miss through the work we do. I take great comfort then from the progress we are making to end the illegal wildlife trade.”
Talking about the illegal wildlife trade, William said he wants to bring those “sinister” operations “out of the shadows” in order to fight back.
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He also praised the “demonstrable impact” UtW has had in stopping illegal wildlife trade, including hundreds of arrests and more in the last six years.
“While we do not have the luxury of time, clearly we do have a proven roadmap to success and the motivation to put it into action,” William said. “I hope you all leave here today energized and motivated to intensify this work. Because there are still too many criminals who believe they can act with impunity, too many lives being destroyed and too many species on
A moving tribute. Prince William honored his late grandmother Queen Elizabeth II in a speech at the United for Wildlife Global Summit.
Prince William and Kate Middleton have inherited a “secret” home set on an estate in rural Wales since the death of the Queen last month. Situated in a corner of Carmarthenshire, the sprawling property was bought by King Charles 15 years ago and it was a favourite place for himself and Camilla to visit.
Prince William and Kate Middleton got back to work Thursday as the royals continue a period of mourning following the Queen’s funeral.
the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II—which was organized and approved by herself —two thousand people were invited to Westminster Abbey. Among the guests were 500 heads of state and foreign dignitaries, such as United States President Joe Biden, Emmanuel Macron, President of France; Liz Truss, newly appointed British Prime Minister; Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and many more.As reported by our sister magazine ¡Hola! members of 22 royal houses attended the ceremony.
Queen Elizabeth‘s funeral took place today (Monday, September 19) in both London, England and Windsor, England.
at Westminster Abbey on Monday, September 19.However, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex opted not to bring their two children to the service for Her Majesty, who passed away at the age of 96. And the reason they decided to keep their brood at their Montecito home in California rather than have them attend their great-grandmother's funeral is simply because of their age.
Saying her last goodbye. After attending Queen Elizabeth II‘s funeral, Princess Charlotte, 7, started to cry outside of Westminster Abbey on Monday, September 19.
For the first time since 1965, London is playing host to a state funeral procession as the nation bids farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, who had ruled the United Kingdom for 70 years.
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Bonding together. Princess Anne and first husband Captain Mark Phillips’ children, Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall, paid their respects to their grandmother Queen Elizabeth II at her state funeral on Monday, September 19.
A final goodbye. Princess Anne wore her ceremonial military uniform at the funeral of her late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
Prince Edward and his wife Sophie couldn't hide their grief as they sat before the Queen's coffin at her state funeral on Monday. The Earl of Wessex walked behind his beloved mother alongside his brothers, King Charles II and Prince Andrew, and sister, the Princess Royal as it made its way to Westminster Abbey.
Prince George, 9, and Princess Charlotte, 7, join their parents, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Princess Catherine (aka Kate Middleton) for a procession of the Queen inside Westminster Abbey on Monday (September 19) in London, England.
A final goodbye. Princess Kate sent a heartfelt message with her jewelry at Queen Elizabeth II‘s funeral.
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank were among the royal family members in London at Queen Elizabeth II‘s state funeral at Westminster Abbey on Monday, September 19.
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As the world prepares for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral Monday, the younger members of the royal family are preparing for their important roles in tomorrow's service. According to the order of service, 9-year-old Prince George and 7-year-old Princess Charlotte will walk in Her Majesty's funeral procession, behind their late great-grandmother's coffin. The young royals will follow behind their parents, Prince William and Duchess Kate Middelton, and in front of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during the procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey. Queen Elizabeth’s funeral will be held on Monday, Sept. 19, following four days of lying in state at Westminster Hall.