Post by cernunnos on Sept 12, 2022 8:44:44 GMT 1
As my French is not that good, I thought I’d have a look at a computer translation of the publication of what the French President said.
‘ Dear citizens of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth,
Today we are so sad.
It is with great sadness that the French people learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
His wisdom and empathy have helped us chart a course amid the vagaries of history over the past 70 years.
His death leaves us with a sense of emptiness.
Millions of people around the world saw the images of her coronation and were immediately captivated by this young queen who already showed such strength and courage.
The courage of a life marked by war and soon the courage to defend, from one century to the next, the values of freedom and tenacity.
His rare but powerful lyrics and unwavering dignity have made him a permanent symbol of the UK.
We appreciated his particular affection for France.
Elizabeth II mastered our language, loved our culture and touched our hearts.
Since her coronation, she has known and spoken with all our presidents. No other country has had the privilege of receiving it as often as we have.
I knew in her a great head of state, a unique example of devotion to her people and a very close ally.
With her, France and the United Kingdom shared not only an "entente cordiale", but a loyal, sincere and warm partnership.
For you, she was your queen.
For us, it was the Queen.
For all of us, she will always be with us.
We will commemorate and perpetuate the values that she has never ceased to embody and promote: the moral force of democracy and freedom.
At this sad time, we send our sincere condolences to His Majesty the King, the Royal Family, the British people and all who loved the Queen. She will be deeply missed.
We are with you.’