"Loyal Then--Loyal Now".When asked by Bernice Flett to are my reasons behind our slogan, I felt that it "just came to me". However on closer examination there were many experiences that made it such a simple idea. So here are my thoughts ... With the visit of Queen Elizabeth Queen Elizabeth, or Elizabeth, may refer to: Living people
Bohemia a dummy syndrome in horses; usually pyrrolizidine alkaloses caused by crotalaria poisoning. Affected horses walk compulsively, head press, appear blind and walk into objects. They do not respond to usual external stimuli or commands. to greet our Mohawk Friends and Allies.) Loyalists from all parts of Southern Ontario attended and were proud to have been invited to greet Her Majesty. Earlier in February, our Association heartily joined in at the Accession Service with Her Excellency the Governor General and at a Musical Tribute to Her Majesty's Jubilee. We even waved small Loyalist flags!! Again in June, Her Majesty and her 50th Anniversary became the focus at our Loyalist Day Ceremonies at Queen's Park There are a number of places in the world called Queen's Park or Queens Park. Australia
n. Abbr. Lt. Gov. 1. An elected official ranking just below the governor of a state in the United States. 2. The nonelective chief of government of a Canadian province. . (I know that, in other stops across her Dominion, Queen Elizabeth was enthusiastically met by Loyalist Association members.) Each year at our Conference, we look forward to meeting the host Province's Lieutenant Governor and at our Branch and Dominion meetings make a point of singing the anthems and trooping the colours. In our new Mission, we have expanded on and modernized our earlier object to "perpetuate this spirit of Loyalty to the Empire". Although not every member supports this view, we as an association, feel that it is important. Clearly, these instances show our loyalty to Crown and Country in current times. The loyalty of our Pioneer ancestors is pretty well a given. We know that they sacrificed all to live under the flag of King George King George has referred to many kings throughout history. When used, by Americans, without further reference it most often means George III of the United Kingdom, against whom the Whigs of the American Revolution rebelled. . Although their reasons were many and varied, loyalty to the King and the system were paramount. Our inherited "UE" "alludes to their great principle of Unity of the Empire". In addition, the early history of the Association was very closely linked to the Crown. At a luncheon in 1914, the governor general the Duke of Connaught (son of Queen Victoria) was made Honorary President. His wife and daughter became honorary members. The relationship was a sincere and treasured one. In closing, I thought that I might share a personally moving experience. At "The Festival of Ontario" for her Majesty, one of the highlights for me was to see the "Queen Anne Queen Anne n. The style in English architecture and furniture typical of the reign of Queen Anne (1702-1714). Queen Anne Adjective 1. Silverware" of our Mohawk friends & allies that may well have been an inspiration for the formation of our Association. The Communion Service Vessels bad been neatly packed away, but Chief Maracle had them brought out "because the Loyalists are here". After having my photo taken with it, I noticed an additional more modern piece had been added. That, stated the Chief, was a gift from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We, like our Friends and Allies, are honoured to have a relationship that has spanned centuries. Huzzah huz·zah also huz·za interj. Used to express joy, encouragement, or triumph. n. 1. A shout of "huzzah." 2. A cheer. ... God Save the Queen God Save the Queen British national anthem. [Br. Culture: Scholes, 408] See : Britain God Save the Queen official national anthem of the British Commonwealth. [Br. Music: Scholes, 408] See : Song, Patriotic . |
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