Queen Victoria – 1876 Queen’s Speech
Below is the text of the Queen’s Speech given in the House of Lords on 8 February 1876. It was spoken by the Lord Chancellor on behalf of HM Queen Continue Reading
Matthew Ridley – 1876 Speech in Answer to Loyal Address
Below is the text of the speech made by Matthew Ridley in the House of Commons on 8 February 1876. Sir: It was with the most lively feeling of satisfaction Continue Reading