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But, of course, she didnt mean that she was going to retire from public life and only when the Queen removed her HRH som
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"But, of course, she didn't mean that she was going to retire from public life and only when the Queen removed her HRH some years later did she actually drop a hundred charities and just kept five"

- Anthony Holden

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This quote is referring to the Queen Mother, who was known for her charitable work. She had actually been involved in over a hundred charities, but when the Queen removed her HRH title some years later on, she chose to retire from public life and just kept 5 of the charities she was associated with. This quote is highlighting the Queen Mother's commitment to her charitable work, and her desire to quit her public life in order to concentrate on the charities she was passionate about. It also shows the Queen's respect for her mom, as she eliminated her HRH title in order for her to retire from public life and focus on her charities. The Queen Mother's devotion to her charities is a testament to her dedication to helping others, and her tradition will continue to live on through the charities she was associated with.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Anthony Holden somewhere between May 22, 1947 and today. He was a famous Journalist from United Kingdom. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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