Revealed: Late Queen's last words in her unseen final diary entry!
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The personal diaries of monarchs have long fascinated us, offering a glimpse into the private thoughts and daily lives of those who have worn the crown.
For Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned for an extraordinary 70 years, her diaries meticulously recorded her monumental tenure.
Now, two years after her passing at 96, the final handwritten entry from her journal has been revealed, providing a poignant look at her enduring sense of duty.
The late Queen's last diary entry, revealed in Robert Hardman's new biography Charles III: New King, New Court, was penned on 6 September, just two days before her death at Balmoral Castle.
This biography explores the transition of power to King Charles.
It delved into Queen Elizabeth's final days, including this last testament to her lifelong commitment to her role.
Throughout her reign, Queen Elizabeth maintained the royal tradition of keeping a private diary, which she continued until her final days.
The significance of this habit cannot be overstated; it was her way of documenting key events and her reflections on them.
According to Hardman, who discovered the handwritten entries while researching his book, the Queen's final entry was characteristically factual and practical.
'It transpires that she was still writing it at Balmoral two days before her death,' Hardman wrote.
'Her last entry was as factual and practical as ever. It could have been describing another normal working day starting in the usual way—"Edward came to see me"—as she noted the arrangements that her private secretary, Sir Edward Young, had made for the swearing-in of the new ministers of the Truss administration.'
The Queen's last official engagement was the momentous task of asking Liz Truss to form a government following the resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
This final act of service underscored her unwavering dedication to her country and her role as monarch, even in her final days.
Interestingly, the diary-keeping habit is a familial trait that Queen Elizabeth reportedly passed on to her son, King Charles.
While his diaries may not be as extensive as those from his time as Prince of Wales, a senior courtier revealed to the UK's Telegraph that King Charles continues to 'scribble down his recollections and reflections.'
Though his entries as king are said to be less self-analytical and humorous than those of his younger years, they still offer a personal record of his thoughts and experiences as he navigates his new role.
The revelation of Queen Elizabeth's final diary entry invites us to reflect on the personal side of a public figure who was a constant presence in the lives of many, particularly in our community of over 60s in Australia, who witnessed much of her historic reign.
Have you kept a diary or considered starting one? What moments of your life would you want to record for posterity? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
For Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned for an extraordinary 70 years, her diaries meticulously recorded her monumental tenure.
Now, two years after her passing at 96, the final handwritten entry from her journal has been revealed, providing a poignant look at her enduring sense of duty.
The late Queen's last diary entry, revealed in Robert Hardman's new biography Charles III: New King, New Court, was penned on 6 September, just two days before her death at Balmoral Castle.
This biography explores the transition of power to King Charles.
Robert Hardman's biography Charles III: New King, New Court revealed details of the late Queen Elizabeth's final diary entry. Credit: Facebook
It delved into Queen Elizabeth's final days, including this last testament to her lifelong commitment to her role.
Throughout her reign, Queen Elizabeth maintained the royal tradition of keeping a private diary, which she continued until her final days.
The significance of this habit cannot be overstated; it was her way of documenting key events and her reflections on them.
According to Hardman, who discovered the handwritten entries while researching his book, the Queen's final entry was characteristically factual and practical.
'It transpires that she was still writing it at Balmoral two days before her death,' Hardman wrote.
'Her last entry was as factual and practical as ever. It could have been describing another normal working day starting in the usual way—"Edward came to see me"—as she noted the arrangements that her private secretary, Sir Edward Young, had made for the swearing-in of the new ministers of the Truss administration.'
The Queen's last official engagement was the momentous task of asking Liz Truss to form a government following the resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
This final act of service underscored her unwavering dedication to her country and her role as monarch, even in her final days.
Interestingly, the diary-keeping habit is a familial trait that Queen Elizabeth reportedly passed on to her son, King Charles.
While his diaries may not be as extensive as those from his time as Prince of Wales, a senior courtier revealed to the UK's Telegraph that King Charles continues to 'scribble down his recollections and reflections.'
Though his entries as king are said to be less self-analytical and humorous than those of his younger years, they still offer a personal record of his thoughts and experiences as he navigates his new role.
The revelation of Queen Elizabeth's final diary entry invites us to reflect on the personal side of a public figure who was a constant presence in the lives of many, particularly in our community of over 60s in Australia, who witnessed much of her historic reign.
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