Tag Archives: Queen Victoria

God saved the Queen

“God Save the Queen” has been the anthem of Britain for the last 70 years; the phrase used as an expression of patriotism and royal support. But what did the Queen need saving from? Did she need saving from republicanism, … Continue reading

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Remember me

People want to be remembered. We build monuments and make plaques to remember people. And we name streets and boats after people. We take photos and make videos to help us remember loved ones. It is so easy to forget. … Continue reading

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Lest we forget

Last Wednesday was ANZAC Day. Did you know that the phrase “Lest we forget” used to commemorate those who died in warfare came from the Bible? It came via the poem “Recessional” by Rudyard Kipling which was written towards the … Continue reading

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