Span of british history. i have been privileged to witness some of that history, and with the support of my family, re dedicate myself to the service of our great country and its people, now and in the years to come. today, the late queen s son committed himself to follow her example. her late majesty pledged herself to serve her country and her people, and to maintain the precious principles of constitutional government which lie at the heart of our nation. this vow she kept with unsurpassed devotion. she set an example of selfless duty which, with god s help and your counsels, i am resolved faithfully to follow. ....