Prince Philip - There is nothing like it for morale to be reminded

There is nothing like it for morale to be reminded that the years are passing - ever more quickly - and that bits are dropping off the ancient frame. But it is nice to be remembered at all.

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"Prince Philip in his own words: 'Gaffes' and quotes." BBC News, 9 Apr. 2021.

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