The Queen Meets the Royal Servants | The Crown (Imelda Staunton, Andrew Havill)

[@KevinN-df8eo]

The pride these wonderful people take in their work is outstanding. They do not see it as a "job", like most of us do ours, not to be too dramatic, but this is their lives. Imagine a job that fulfils your soul every day, they are very lucky.

[@trenttheodore3710]

it’s bloody tv show they ain’t real

[@DVPerry220]

@@trenttheodore3710. I take it that he meant the portrayal of the cast…..

[@yvonneplant9434]

Of course they take pride in it. Only a select few will do what they do. 🎉

[@yvonneplant9434]

​@@trenttheodore3710There have been truthful moments through out it. A bloody Brit( you) should know that.

[@rayhill5767]

It’s a job 🙄 You’re the type who still believes in the divine right of kings or some other nonsense.

[@susanbrennan5511]

I thought this scene was almost the best in the series. All the people responsible for things taken for granted and finally being seen by the queen after numerous years of history. I think I liked the swan guy best.

[@tarawhite4419]

Those who fail to learn history are doomed / destined to repeat it

[@carlhicksjr8401]

Speaking as a lifelong military historian... "And those who teach history are doomed to watch others repeat it despite every lesson, every warning, and all good sense."

[@KNByam]

Its being repeated as we speak.

[@meg4458]

@@KNByam Yes especially from across the pond.

[@jadethornton7975]

History doesn't repeat its self. But it does rhyme.

[@radiofan]

Some people are more than happy to learn from history its atrocities , and replicate it. The hopes is they learn that humans can be cruel and learn to be better. But that isn't always the case

[@Gods2ndFavoriteBassPlyr]

Staunton is Outstanding in everything she does. This was no exception.

[@bananamanchester4156]

1:55 is such a nice moment. The Queen character notices the dedication and passion that Swan Man has for his work, and appreciates and respects him for it. I think this would be a wonderful practice for the real life Royals to keep them humble and appreciative of the people who make their lifestyle possible. I believe the Monarchy has done more good than harm to Britain, particularly under the reign of Queen Elizabeth. I agree with the Queen character's conclusion in this clip- that the symbolism represented by those perfectly folded napkins and beautifully kept swans, is important to the psychological state of the British public. But I am also an Egalitarian and I believe the Royals should always be humble and appreciative! Sadly some real-life members of the family (I won't say who) let the deference and honorary titles go to their heads, and that can lead to disasterous consequences if left unchecked...

[@ohana8535]

You do realize that those were actors, working from a script, right? What good have they done exactly?

[@bananamanchester4156]

@ohana8535 every time I discuss this show, some condescending wise-cracker has to point out that the show is fictional 🙄 I know that, dear. That's why I said "The Queen character" and not "The Queen". I was acknowledging that the fictional character presented by the show was just that, a fictional character. As for what the Royals have done to benefit Britain- they pay more into the national budget than they take. They receive a Sovereign Grant which is paid for by the British Tax payer, a point of contention. But let's break down the numbers. For the year of 2022-2023, the Sovereign Grant was £86.3 million, or roughly £1.29 per person. That's £1.29 a year. Less than a Big Mac. They managed to generate an estimated £2.5 billion in tourism and merchandise sales in the same year. Not a bad bargain, I'd say. That is, if you don't count the non-profit orientated benefits of the Royal family, including the advocacy Work they do in other countries on behalf of Britain, charitable work, and the conservation of British history and culture that they directly contribute to. Like I said, I'm an Egalitarian, and a Left-leaning one to boot. I do not believe that someone should have special privileges because of who their parents are. I would NOT be saying these things if the evidence didn't clearly show that the Royal Family is good for Britain.

[@KNByam]

I am in agreement with you. Sometimes people ridicule things they don't understand, not ever thinking the amount of love and passion that went into it.

[@ohana8535]

@@bananamanchester4156 Sure sparky. You support inequality and make up fictional excuses for it. Got it.

[@bananamanchester4156]

@@ohana8535 I spit straight facts bucko, ain't my fault that you're either incapable of understanding them, or unwilling to accept them 😉

[@SW1MM1N6]

“Few have truly mastered…the Dutch bonnet napkin fold”

[@tabby5228]

I thought he said the Dutch bunny napkin fold. Dutch bonnet makes way more sense.

[@larrygilbert7273]

The main reasons we Americans love the British monarchy (at least, those who do) is the tradition and the grandeur. Nobody, and I mean nobody, does pomp and circumstance like the British, and we love it. We don't want it here, nor do we want British rule, but we do love to watch it and know that it's there. The monarchy provides a sense of permanence, that there is something rare and beautiful in the world to admire.

[@Alastair_]

I think right now a bit of British rule is what you need, it's about time we took back the Colonies, they obviously can't be trusted.

[@jblyon2]

We can also appreciate the stability of someone like Queen Elizabeth II, in addition to the permanence. We never had to worry about her doing something unhinged, which is more than can be said for most other heads of state.

[@JDH3666]

Speak for yourself! It’s an abomination !

[@danukil7703]

This reminds me of David Cannadine's contribution to the multi-author volume **The Invention of Tradition**, edited by Eric Hobsbawm and Terence Ranger. In his piece, Cannadine explains how much of the tradition and grandeur of the British monarchy, like a lot of other monarchies both surviving and defunct, was actually crafted in the late 19th century. What helped accrue this image of timeless pomp was conscious anacronism. The Royal Carriage only becomes magical when no one else rides in carriages anymore, for example. Then, throughout the 20th century, the British monarchy gained an even greater aura of timelessness and tradition as most of its Continental rivals disappeared after the First and Second World Wars

[@fra-olalemcinco8184]

​@@jblyon2which is more than what can be said for numerous kings and queens in the past.

[@carlhicksjr8401]

It is fortunate that the UK and Commonwealth got a lesson in the value of the traditions of the Crown before HM Elizabeth II passed away. Well, perhaps not 'fortunate'. The writers knew exactly what they were doing and HM was 90 some-odd years old when they wrote it. Nevertheless a gentle reminder of just what the British Crown means in the 21st Century was something everyone [including my fellow Americans] needed.

[@williamboo9017]

And in 60 years they wont know how to read the original constitution because noone reads cursive anymore since it’s not taught!

[@SN-sz7kw]

I really enjoyed this segment. I found it enlightening & poignant. And most likely educational to many.

[@thijshagenbeek6554]

These are all people who can put themselves to the side entirely to ensure the succes of others. These are selfless persons, and some of the rarest amongst us.

[@sithlordofoz]

The Queen very famously said she didn't have servants, she had staff.

[@rampe5610]

Man, Johnathan Pryce's performance is just beautiful. "Parliment is warning the monarch "Never forget, we're in charge." Is it just me who was reminded of his performance as Elliot Carver.

[@enzastoia]

Amazing…it’s tradition culture history…all things that have to be protected especially in these dark times for western culture

[@iwasglad122]

I think it was HM King George V who said that Monarchy is magic, and if you let light into that magic (by 'light' he was referring to the media which was starting its assault on the institution in the 1920s) then there is no magic, and if there is no magic, then there is no Monarchy. King George was a bit of a stick-in-the-mud and inflexible (a man of his time) but he did have a point. I believe that Ancient and Modern can exist side by side and the reign of His Majesty King Charles III is exemplifying this. Their Majesties The King and Queen, aided by the Wales's, the Edinburgh's and The Princess Royal have brought all the traditional elements of Monarchy into the new reign whilst at the same time introducing an openness, a freshness and an informality that the nation and world beyond is really enjoying. When the New Zealand Women's Rugby team asked the King for a hug, what happened? They ALL got a hug and His Majesty clearly enjoyed it as much as they did. Did it damage the Monarchy or the King. Unequivocally not!

[@Smarterthanyew]

It wasn't the king who said that. It was Walter Bagehot I believe, an essayist

[@iwasglad122]

@@Smarterthanyew Then I stand corrected. I've got Bagehot's book on the British constitution on the shelves somewhere. Time for a re-read methinks!

[@Smarterthanyew]

@iwasglad122 😊 I knew it because I've just been reading Craig Brown's book on the queen, which i highly recommend if you haven't read it yet. He also did a great one on Princess Margaret. I'm not a monarchist by ANY stretch but their lives and situation are fascinating and weird enough to take interest in. You can apply so many disciplines too- history, sociology, psychology philosophy, theology, criminology. I have sympathy for monarchs ultimately. No palace of diamond is really worth the pressure, loss of privacy, and interminable boredom of having to meet utter strangers all the time and try to pretend you can relate or are interested in their mundane lives. The only point of envy for me is the food. They must eat the BEST food cooked by great chefs. That's my idea of luxury.

[@jamesgale2147]

and.........the transcendent.....' there's such divinity doth hedge a king'. Hamlet

[@leosmithonbass]

3:58 McNulty really stepped up in this world, didn't he!

[@user-jj4pm2wr6o]

I think you see here that these people actually do important jobs, the title might sound a little silly but they do jobs that are worth doing. With the Swan guy for example he watches over all the populations of Swan's on royal properties in the country and that is a job that needs to be done.

[@texasborn2720]

Wrong. Many jobs were axed when she became Queen, but was in fact Prince Phillip idea and doing.

[@ellhyg3532]

Now in real life, Charles III fired or retired hundreds of people. Elizabeth II kept the traditions,not just for tradition,but because he knew the love these people had for their work

[@jws1948ja]

Life is not fair. I decided that it was my duty to make life as fair as possible.

[@derekfancett8218]

If you ever wonder whether sometimes a little 'over the top' ceremony and scene setting is important to ordinary everyday people, remember those football teams (I think it was) who went to the White House and got served a McDonalds' meal; imagine what a let down that must have been to those who were invited on what should have been one of the most memorable days of their lives. How would you have felt ? Yes, I know that objectively it's stupid, but a lot of people appreciate it.

[@nancyjanzen5676]

I think those guys probably loved it.

[@robertswitzer990]

What a leftist cope. This entire part of the show turned into royalty meeting me the commoners where they were at and yet somehow you go right back to sneering when McDonald’s, common food, is served to a team of common men. Get over yourself

[@thebernice6062]

For the British, I think these customs and roles make a lot of sense. Combining the practical with the symbolic and historical. In America, these would all be unremarkable civil servants or contractors. We decided we wanted to become a nation of where "all men were created equal." That brings with it the idea that it's just a job, you do it, you get paid, and you go home at the end of the day. I like my system most days, but the British system certainly has merit in its own way.

[@Paulofibonelli]

Uma das melhores cenas da temporada inteira

[@TJDuffy-ip3ue]

Dowager Countess: You Americans don't understand the importance of tradition. Wealthy American: Yes we do. We just don't give it power over us.

[@CoreyChristoffersen]

It's difficult for me, an American, as well. I imagine for my fellow Americans to have much sympathy, let alone empathy for United Kingdom's Sovereign and their immediate family members. Nevertheless, I have to admit that it must be extraordinary difficult to navigate through certain situations where they just can't win but are not of their making .

[@Umanflyumanfly]

Imelda Staunton has such cold fish eyes like The Witch from Hansel and Grettal

[@Homeschoolsw6]

4:18..." the magic ".

[@adityaXsingh]

This is what that separates UK from US, only one has a traditional, defined, privileged generational culture.

[@GepropCommentaar]

This reminds me of that scene from Marco Polo where Hundred Eyes explains the concept of "Kung Fu". Meaning supreme skill from hard work. Practice, preparation, endless repetition to take pride into a mundane task. Like folding a napkin.

[@mikecrabbe5263]

One of Britain's GREATEST assets!

[@dominictemple]

Fascinating how they don't mention that the Palace are allowed to pay vast numbers of their staff below minimum wage, meaning you can work in McDonald's or stack shelves in a warehouse and still be paid more than those working for the royal family.

[@ohana8535]

But you wouldn't be High Royal Admiral of the Big Mac, now would you?

[@KNByam]

People who choose to serve those roles don't do it for money.

[@SN-sz7kw]

@@ohana8535😂You win.

[@robertmcnamara5407]

No they don't mention how each successive parliament pays the salaries and what those salaries are. Nor do they mention the perks. It's a script and editing thing. Also, the Family has no say in what the pay rates are.

[@KevinN-df8eo]

Maybe so, but which would you rather have on your CV??

[@chrisanderson7258]

Looks like Professor Umbridge os doing good for herself. That's a surprise.

[@RodDolls]

It's all just witchcraft and wizardry.

[@robbie_]

Chesterton's Fence.

[@glenbearh9109]

one of my favorite parts and why I agree with the monarchy. Tradition! A country needs it to keep it proud and have a link to it's history and dare I say, soul.

[@TJDuffy-ip3ue]

Dowager Countess: You Americans obviously don't understand the importance of tradition. American: Yes we do. We just don't give it power over us. Europe just entered a World War based on tradition. You might consider letting go of its hand.

[@MegaMOUNDS]

Why the hell is it so dark, who did this lighting

[@Smarterthanyew]

I need a herb strewer

[@carlousmagus5387]

Fire NONE of them!

[@JasonGabler]

So many people paid to go so deep into rabbit holes which perhaps once in a generation someone other than themselves might take notice, though perhaps never even genuinely care. Tradition that never sees the light of day is has no place in the light.

[@Mrrossj01]

Elizabeth had 1000 employees. For what?

[@kincaidwolf5184]

Running a court of the Kingdom.

[@cg8397]

She had several large properties, these all needed a large staff for maintenance.

[@jamessimmons3645]

A house of absurdities

[@sdh5961]

Should have fired them all and used the $$ to feed the British poor

[@SamPetunia]

She barely new them. Afterall they have done.

[@gayan2517]

Poor servants. 😓

[@livingincaptivityIII]

Why?

[@normadesmond6017]

There are worse jobs. Believe me.

[@kb4903]

Keep them, if they pay for them all themselves.

[@samuelfritz2446]

Just say you cannot comprehend history and be silent, it's ok.

[@kb4903]

@ a person in charge of swans and cutlery? Honestly. Keep them as long as not payer money.

[@samuelfritz2446]

@@kb4903 You clearly have absolutely no idea how a monarchy works. "Just don't use tax dollars"? Do you understand what a constitutional monarchy is?

[@samuelfritz2446]

@@kb4903 anyways, if you aren't a citizen or Commonwealth your opinion thankfully does. Not. Matter.

[@kb4903]

@@samuelfritz2446 yeah it’s when you pretend a monarch has no money or power but in reality they do such as owning freeholds on schools and hospitals and charging them rent.

[@JDH3666]

She waited 50 years to meet her servants? What a horrible women!

[@stevengreen198]

I know three people who worked in the Royal Household, and believe me seeing and talking to the Queen regardless of role you played it the job you did was a very regular occurrence, but that wouldn't of made such good television for the producers of The Queen.

[@samuelfritz2446]

Oh look, a horrible social reformer. Yuck!

[@stephen8219]

Knowing people first hand who did work for her, they spoke very highly of her and they were happy and proud to work for her

[@JoanMorrison-vq2jc]

And what about all the hard work people did for "Lady" Diana? From what I read recently on another video Diana fired most of her staff and the rest resigned. She was very unhappy when the media reported it. How was it possible for her to fire two members of Charles's staff??? Diana's public persona was very different from the person we watched waving to us so sweetly from the palace balcony or smiling at the crowds on her walk about or warmly hugging sick children or ... 😢😢

[@Squidoh21]

Second

[@josefelipe2001]

Ok, but they shouldn’t be paid with public money if people are starving.

[@ilikemandalorians9861]

Someone has to do most, if not all, of those jobs. In most countries, nobody cares about them but the British do it in a fancy way so it attracts attention

[@OrlandMapper]

With that logic, noone should be getting financial support from government (aka public money) if people are starving. Including tax cuts, doctors etc.

[@lipingrahman6648]

We’re there starving people in Britain in the 90s? My family suffered through real hunger, I would like to know if there was famine in 90s Britain.

[@ohana8535]

@@ilikemandalorians9861 Oh please. That money could go towards education of people could have real jobs, instead of being a police officer over glass, and folding napkins.

[@intorainbowzOG]

If Swan Man didn't have his job maintaining the swans we would lose his knowledge and experience and he would be starving.

[@Киборгубийца20129]

Первый

[@davidedutremblay5050]

Bloody rubbish and ridiculous expenditure of taxpayer funds

[@krisshnapeswanipeswani3190]

The sovereign lands hand over 300 million in profits. We pay out 40 million to the royals

[@palastofhistory4026]

1,29 is what the British per person pay for the monarchy So on a personal level barely anything all of the jobs shown in this video are much more important than you might at first think And if you Wanne shut down thing's Beaceuse they cost money then we should shut down concerts football games and other major events to because you know they cost a lot of money to hold including tax payer money

[@georgewashington4394]

The Royal Familys money is given in return for their hereditary revenues. They get far less than they put in. Educate yourself

[@davidedutremblay5050]

@@georgewashington4394 - educate on how the British people are burdened by undeserving outdated inbreeds ? Please spare us your sentiments. Many are starving

[@ciaranbrk]

Well when you're a republic that's your choice but when you're a subject of the crown it is theirs.