Often known as "the nation's favourite grandmother" she is probably the most popular member of the Royal Family. Yet despite her appeal she has always remained regal and enigmatic, refusing to give interviews or comments to the press.

She seems unchangeable in both appearance and outlook - personifying the resolve and decorum often associated with an earlier age.

Click here to read a selection of alternative views we have received about the Queen Mother.

This Talking Point is now closed. Here are a selection of comments sent in by BBC News Online users.

Your tributes

I think it is wonderful that she is 100 years old. She is an amazing lady. I have always admired her very much.
Dylan Paterson, USA

You are the link for me for so much world history and personal history

Marilyn P. Goldberg, USA

Felicitations on your 100 years! You are the link for me for so much world history and personal history. My great-grandfather and great-grandmother as well as my grandfather lived in England when Victoria was Queen. I want to thank you and your family for being there for us during WWII. You were very courageous which helped us to be unafraid. I will never forget the voices of the young Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret rose on the radio with such warmth! It did us American children a world of good! I wish you all the best!
Marilyn P. Goldberg, USA

I would like to extend my heartiest greetings to your Majesty for your birthday just passed. I watched the BBC highlights on TV and was most impressed with poise and natural display of your cheer and happiness on such an occasion. Thank you for providing such a wonderful display of pomp and circumstance that only the Royal Guards could provide.
Miss Jennifer Kelly, Australia

Leave her where she is: somewhat on a pedestal

Barbara Davies, France

Many congratulations to the Queen Mother, and thanks for the several hours of sheer joy and pleasure afforded by the various celebrations. Much is said about her being 'enigmatic'. No doubt there are many who would like to 'find out all' and 'tell all' about her. They would be profoundly mistaken to do so: she represents something which transcends time and social status, something the politicians of this world can only aspire to; something we as human beings need to raise us above the everyday. Leave her where she is: somewhat on a pedestal, yes, but that is where we need her.
Barbara Davies, France

Her Majesty is a perfect example of the value of constitutional monarchy. Instead of a more or less anonymous president who is around for four years or so, Britain has the advantage of a family who can be the focus of nationalism. The Queen Mother has fulfilled her role perfectly. She must be very proud of what she has achieved. It must have taken a lot of hard work and a lot of guts!
Geoff, Netherlands

We are a family of British origin living in the George Cross Island of Malta. We think you are the greatest grandmother, not only of the UK but of the entire Commonwealth of nations. Happy birthday, Ma'am
Sarah Jane Brinkworth, Malta

Congratulations on your 100th birthday, Ma'am. May you have many more - and enjoy them all. It is nice to see that the good ones don't always die young.
Michael F. Hoover, USA

This is certainly a wonderful thing to have reached such a prodigious ag

Bronwyn Robinson, USA

I would like to say that this is certainly a wonderful thing to have reached such a prodigious age. And I wish you many more years to come. Being a ex-patriot from the land down under, I have always admired the Royal Family. I know that this is a little belated, but nonetheless given with much sincerity. I hope it was a beautiful day. Much joy and God Bless you Queen Mother.
Bronwyn Robinson, USA

You go girl! Happy birthday to an amazing woman. You've got 60 years on my wife but you're still an inspiration!
Jendoubi Lotfi, Tunisia

We hope that God will keep you in his view and that he will continue to give you good health. When I was about seven, my grandmother came over to visit us I still remember the nice things she said about you and the king. God bless you.
R Helburn, USA

Very few people reach 100 years these days, Queen Mother you are one out of a million. Wishing you all the best as you are celebrating your birthday.
Mike Kuntiya, Malawi

We have lived in France for 30 years but remain true subjects of our Queen and the Queen Mother

Wendy Fletcher, France

We would just like to wish the Queen Mother a Happy Birthday, from myself, my husband Peter and our daughter Nathalie. We have lived in France for 30 years but remain true subjects of our Queen and the Queen Mother.
Wendy Fletcher, France

Happy Birthday Ma'am! I am 24 and feel that others of my age group could learn from your example - it would put an end to swearing and rap music.
Matthew Alan King, England

Greetings on your 100th birthday from the Personnel Department on the Island of St Helena. We hope that the tray cloth sent to you by the people of our island, which was embroidered with arum lilies, a flower we believe you remember well from your visit here in 1947, brings back many happy memories.
Barbara, Dougie, Mandy, Brenda, Jackie, Glenda, Octavia, Wendy and Amelia, St Helena Island

You are history. You are part of the history of England and the US

Rebecca Fritsley, United Stated

You are history. You are part of the history of England and the US. You have been a part of the lives of our great-grandparents, grandparents, parents and now us and I am proud that you will be a part of our children's lives. Happy Birthday Your Majesty and I wish you 100 more, if not in life, always in our hearts.
Rebecca Fritsley, United Stated

May the shots of your 21-gun salute be heard around the world and may the daylight of your wisdom and achievements continue to shine upon our oldest and dearest institution. Happy birthday!
L Tabraham, UK

I hope she has a wonderful day - which is well deserved

Sacha Workman, England

Many congratulations to the Queen Mother on her 100th birthday. I hope she has a wonderful day - which is well deserved. A much loved and admired royal figure who has never faltered in her duty. Many best wishes on this her special day.
Sacha Workman, England

Congratulations! Queen Mother. What a very special day for you. I hope you enjoy every minute and have many happy memories in the future. God bless you, Your Majesty.
Gwyn Cabral, UK

My Dear Grandmother, Grandmother, on your birthday There's something you should know
you are loved much more than any could ever show.
You have a special warmth
and such a caring, gentle way
That's why this comes with love
to wish you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

Bhuvaneswar, India

We would like to wish Her Majesty a very Happy Birthday. She is an inspiration to all of us and stands for everything that is Great about Britain. Long may she continue to be fit and well and play her role as THE senior member of the royal family.
Ian & Jill Harvey, England

Birthday greetings from the other side of the World to a most gracious and remarkable lady

Anne, Tasmania, Australia

Birthday greetings from the other side of the World to a most gracious and remarkable lady - Her Majesty the Queen Mother. You have been an inspiration to the Nation and other peoples of the World. We thank you for the example you have given to us through your devotion to duty and your family through happy and dark times. You are admired by many in this island State of Australia. Our thoughts are with you as you celebrate this great occasion.
Anne, Tasmania, Australia

In fact, I didn't know about this historical date before. But now I'd like to congratulate you and wish you health. I will organize a crazy party for your honour tonight. I will send you the postcards. Later!
Agil Gassanov, Azerbaijan

Congratulations on this most special of occasions. You have been a shining example to all, and are loved and admired across the world. God bless you Your Majesty, and may the best of your past be the worst of your future.
Stephanie Whitaker, South Africa

Wishing you the best and happiest of birthdays on this very special day. Even in today's so called healthy environment it's still quite an achievement reaching your 100th year. My father always wanted to receive a telegram from the Queen on his 100th birthday - unfortunately he didn't make it! I know he would have liked to send loyal greetings to you, so I do so on his behalf.
Lynne Duncalf, UK

She beautifully embodies one the West's greatest institutions

Ferdinand Calvo, USA

As an Italo-Austrian-American who has absolutely nothing to do with Britain or its royal family, I salute the wonderful Queen Mother on this historic birthday. She beautifully embodies one the West's greatest institutions. Hurray!
Ferdinand Calvo, USA

Some people I know told me I should write you something about the fact that I was born on the exact same day as you, the difference being that I was born in 1957... I wish to live as long as you did and wish you to continue to live in as a good condition as you seem to be now! As a member of Monarchy (only by my name though...) I share this very special moment with you!
Réjean, Québec, Canada

No greater tribute has ever been paid than Hitler's comment that the Queen Mum was "the most dangerous woman in Europe" because of her success in sustaining public morale when Britain stood alone against the Nazis. All of us who benefit from the triumph of democracy in 1945 owe her a tremendous debt of gratitude. Happy Birthday Ma'am!
Don Gorton, United States

We send you heartfelt greetings and congratulations on your centenary. Thank you for being an example of grace and good will to all nations for so many years! Happy Birthday to You!
Kelly Reed & Mark Dennen, Kentucky, USA

You go girl! Happy birthday to an amazing woman. You've got 79 years on me but you're still an inspiration!
Suzie Tubby, England

The British Club Bangkok sends loyal greetings and congratulations to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother on the occasion of her hundredth birthday.
The British Club Bangkok, Thailand

I think it is fabulous for Britain to have this wonderful national treasure in such good shape and spirits

Kyle Kendrick, USA/North Carolina

Happy 100 Queen Mother. I think it is fabulous for Britain to have this wonderful national treasure in such good shape and spirits. Looking forward to seeing more happy birthday celebration for the Queen Mother in years to come
Kyle Kendrick, USA/North Carolina

We both wish to send you our very best wishes for your 100th birthday. May God bless you and keep you in good health. You are an inspiration to us all.
Sheila Field and Alan Clark, Canada

On behalf of my entire family over here in the Netherlands I would like to congratulate you with reaching a mile-stone (your 100th birthday). I deeply hope that you will have a wonderful birthday today and many more to come. You are a very special person AND a example for many people all overt the world.
Theo van Veen, The Netherlands

Happy Birthday to Her Majesty the Queen Mother from a British grandmother to five beautiful grandchildren in Colombia, who get overcome with nostalgia when she sees the Royal Family in the news.
Eleanor Dyer de Uribe, Colombia, South America.

Congratulations Your Majesty and best wishes to you on your 100th birthday. You are a charming and elegant Lady and we love you even here in South Africa. God bless and keep you well and from harm. Enjoy the day with your wonderful family.
Yvonne, South Africa

Best wishes to the Queen Mother on this special occasion

Aldo D, Malta

Best wishes to the Queen Mother on this special occasion. Special greetings come from all my colleagues and Maltese friends.
Aldo D, Malta

Happy 100th Birthday Queen Mum from Will (age 4) and Elena (age 3). It's my birthday soon but I won't have as many candles to blow out. Good luck!
Will and Elena, Switzerland

Loads of love and another century for you, Elizabeth! I'm moving to Scotland soon, but everyone I know in this country respects you and talks about you all the time.
Eszter, Hungary

Happy Birthday to a charming old lady.
Doris Goosmann, Sweden

A happy 100th birthday from one Leo to another. You make the world a better place
S. Latif, Brunei

Congratulations on your birthday. I wish you all the best, good health and prosperity.
Evgeniy, Russia

We congratulate you on your 100th birthday and hope there are many more years to come. From the Netherlands we give you our love and a big kiss and hug
Raymond and Marjon, The Netherlands

Happy 100th Birthday to Her Majesty the Queen Mother. May God bless you and may He give you the strength and health to lead and enlighten our world
Raza Vaheed Qureshi, Pakistan

All is well if the Queen Mum is well! Happy Birthday from the other side of the world.
Pascal Matzler, Chile

Happy Birthday on your 100th and here's to many more to come

Farid el Masry, Egypt/ USA

Happy Birthday on your 100th and here's to many more to come. Our daughter, Vicky, celebrates her 45th birthday tomorrow, as well! We shall drink to your good health and happiness from the very same glass Queen Mary toasted your coronation and long life!
Farid el Masry, Egypt/ USA

Happy Birthday your Majesty! My Mum who is 87, has told me so many times just how wonderful it was to see you and King George as you passed by our house on your 1939 visit to Canada. Your visit to St. Catharines may have been brief, but it left a lifetime of memories.
Catherine Horton DeVuono, Canada

It's really a great thing to have scored a century. Happy birthday Queen Mother. May you live for many more birthdays.
Malathy S, India

Many happy returns dear Ma'am on this very special birthday. I was outside Clarence House for five of your birthdays in the 1990's and always said I would be in the crowd for your 100th. Sadly I can't be in the crowd this year because I am recovering from an accident. So from Canada I thank you for all you have done for us in the Commonwealth and I wish you much happiness and good health. Have a wonderful day.
Virginia Ellis, Canada

Happy Birthday to Her Majesty the Queen Mother! The most wonderful grandmother we can wish for all families in the world. God save the Queen Mother!
Jacques Marly, Singapore and France

Your Majesty, I would like to send you sincere good wishes on the occasion of your 100th birthday. I will never forget the day I saw you at Centenary Park, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe (then Southern Rhodesia) more than 40 years ago. I was in such awe I hid behind my mother's flared skirt when you and the then young Princesses passed by. Now a grandmother myself aged 52, I am still in awe of you. Your lesson to me has always been to try and remain "cool, calm and collected".
Lyndsay Seiler, South Africa

As I celebrate my 50th birthday, I send congratulations and best wishes to Her Majesty on her 100th

Melinda Shepherd, USA

I am an American, but I share the Queen Mother's date of birth (4 August) and the Princess Royal's year of birth (1950), so I have always felt a special affection for them both. As I celebrate my 50th birthday, I send congratulations and best wishes to Her Majesty on her 100th.
Melinda Shepherd, USA

A very large heartfelt Happy Birthday to the world's most famous grandmother. A century of service to the UK and the world - we could all learn a lot from her life.
Michael Dodson, USA

Congratulations to Her Majesty the Queen Mother. Have a wonderful 2nd century! May the blessings of the Lord Jesus Christ be upon you always. Amen.
Tiau Tan, Malaysia

Wishing you a very wonderful and magnificent birthday.
Wael El-Gendy, Egypt

HM Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother is now 100. Her 1939 visit to Washington was very special. I hope she comes back again for another visit.
Brian, USA

I am a young 92 year old, born and brought up in Edinburgh. I really admired the actions of you and your husband, the King, during the war. Many happy returns on your 100th birthday.
Alison H. Mackie, Canada

We are both British, now living with our daughter in America. We well remember the war years, both of us were in the services at home. You were an inspiration to us all during that time. Since then you have constantly set a role model for others. Many happy returns.
Helen and Len Briggs, USA

I wish the Queen Mother a happy anniversary. May she continue to be in good health.
Robert Alirigia, Ghana

I'd like to congratulate the Queen Mum on her 100th birthday. Vivat Regina!!
Gustaf Göransson, Sweden

A very happy birthday, Ma'am. Thank you for your steadfast and devoted service to Britain in good times and bad.
Jane, USA

Having admired you all these years, we send our love and best wishes on this wonderful, wonderful birthday. May you have a great party!
Barbara and David Enock, Australia

You have inspired many with your grace and dignity. Congratulations on reaching your 100th birthday. I am proud to share your birthday and hope, in my small way, to live up to the example you have set. Your Majesty, I send you my best wishes and love for this special day and many more to come.
Heidi, USA

I shall always remember the day I saw you and the late King drive by when we lived in London. Your smile was radiant as it still is. You are a shining light in what can some times be a dismal world. Here's wishing you a very happy Birthday and may you have many more.
Peter Tossell, Australia

All the best wishes from Peter Repka, British Embassy Slovakia
Peter Repka, Slovakia

One of the thrills of my life was being in London in 1985 for Trooping the Colour. I was standing along Pall Mall and a black limousine drove by headed for Buckingham Palace. Inside we saw the Queen Mother smiling and waving. Everyone began to applaud and wave back. It was so emotional. Happy Birthday, Your Majesty, and many many more!
Rita, USA

Congratulations Your Majesty and best wishes to you on your 100th birthday. Thank you for the contribution you have made and continue to make as an example of human compassion and understanding in this world. Your tireless energy and goodwill towards everyone is remarkable.
Neil Kellett, Canada

As an Ulsterman who grew up during the reign of King George V1, and the Queen Mother, I would like to offer loving and loyal greetings from the USA.
John Calwell, USA

Sincere and warm greetings to you from Ireland - especially from all lovers of Horse racing who hold you with special affection in our hearts.
Daniel O'Leary, Republic of Ireland

I am happy to know that my birthday is the same as the Queen's birthday. I was born in 4th of August 1977 and so the world will celebrate her birthday, as well as mine.
Mohammed Abdu Rahman, Qatar

Not bad for the baby girl who sat on Queen Victoria's knee

John W, Holland

Whatever people think about Royalty no one can deny that the role the Queen Mother has performed on behalf of the British people is staggering. I for one have nothing but admiration for one who has witnessed and experienced so many historic events over the last one hundred years. She has been a rock of stability while the world had changed beyond recognition. Not bad for the baby girl who sat on Queen Victoria's knee.
John W, Holland

Happy Birthday from one of your admirers from across the sea. If only we could all possess the dignity and elegance that you have.... What a better world it would be. You make me feel good every time I see your photograph. You're a shining example of what every woman should be at age 100.
Brenda, USA

It is so wonderful as a Brit away from home to see that you are so well and so very elegant. Happy Birthday M'aam.
Jayne Mann, USA

Happy 100th Birthday, Your Majesty! You have truly been a pillar of the Windsor's, especially during WWII. You insisted on staying during the blitz, even though others thought that you should have evacuated. What a wonderful testament to your commitment to the British people. God Save the Queen Mum!
Sarah McClary, United States

I think you are very strong and you have been very good to this country in helping lots of charities and I think you are really generous.
Lisa Millar, UK

Happy Birthday Your majesty. You are charming and loved by all people, whether in your country or other countries. I hope you will have a wonderful healthy life.
Magdy El-Khanagry, Egypt

Congratulations on reaching 100 years of age, a magnificent achievement for a magnificent person. Happy Birthday your Majesty.
Stuart Normington, England

A true symbol of the International family

Yatin Pathak, UK/Canada

A true symbol of the International family and the one true citizen of the Commonwealth and an inspiration to all 1.5 billion of us. We thank you for maintaining this deep historical link, when the government of the day bends over backwards to bow to the wishes of the European Union and neglect the community where the UK truly belongs. I hope Blair's government recognises this and preserves this link as a lasting memory to the greatest member of the royal family in 1000 years of history.
Yatin Pathak, UK/Canada

You make me so proud to be English, God bless you, you wonderful lady. Have a very happy birthday and here's to the second hundred. P.S. I am 40 the day before you are one hundred, I will definitely raise a glass to you.
Mark Smith, Canada/UK

See you on your 101st birthday because I know you will make it....

David, Coventry

Happy 100th birthday ma'am hope you have a wonderful day and to celebrate you should stay in and relax as you are a very busy lady. Any way many happy returns and see you on your 101st birthday because I know you will make it....
David, Coventry

Have a lovely day ma'am...you are an example to all. Here's wishing you a 100 more...CHEERS.
Lynda Nixon, Argentina

Happy 100th birthday, hope you have a wonderful day. I was born in the UK and my daughter was born on 4th August '89 so she always tells people that she shares the same birthday as you. We moved to USA when she was three months old, she wishes to see you one day.
Puspa Mistry, USA

Wishing you a wonderful 100th birthday, ma-am. I too was born on the 4th of August and I am still British and proud in being one of your loyal subjects. May you continue to be strong and healthy, an inspiration to all Brits, whether in Britain or abroad.
Mrs. Jean Florence Fisher, Canada

I hope you have a lovely birthday!
Kimberly Harrington, USA

Wish you a very Happy Birthday
Timila, Nepal

This is indeed an auspicious occasion for a great lady

Dr Jeffrey Page, Auckland, New Zealand

This is indeed an auspicious occasion for a great lady. May you continue to enjoy many more wonderful and meaningful years.
Dr Jeffrey Page, Auckland, New Zealand

A very happy birthday and God bless.
Ravendran, Malaysia

Congratulations to Britain's No.1 lady, an inspiration to millions and an example and inspiration to the British people.
John, USA

Congratulations on your 100th birthday.
Abdul Hamid Pohan, Indonesia

Happy birthday ma-am
Mary Margaret Coke, England

Happy birthday to you the real lady of the British empire from an Aussie Geordie girl.
Lesley Houston, Australia

The queen mother lifts my sprit up further than an astronaut in Mars or Pluto. May God bless her Majesty. I wish her a wonderful birthday season.
Daniel Amare, USA

Dear Queen mother, How are you? I am sending you a greeting card because You are 100 and that's a very good age to live up to. So happy birthday.
Stuart Brown, Australia

Serbian people will never forget days of the First and Second World War when our grandfathers fought with England and you. I wish that you live another 100 years. As bombs were falling on Belgrade last year, just like they were falling on London and Belgrade in April 1941, you were an inspiration then, just like you are today. Happy birthday!!!
Anna, Serbia

The Queen Mother has always been special to me. My mother is originally from England; and her relations are still there. Her mother was born just a few days before the Queen Mum. She would always tell me stories about her. She felt a special closeness to her because of their shared age. I have always loved England; and the Queen Mother IS England at its best. She is truly a most remarkable woman.
Helen Mader, USA

As an expatriate Yorkshireman, living for 40 years in Venezuela, seeing the Queen Mother in public reminds me of the great country I left but have never forgotten.
Roger W. Fairest, Venezuela

Seeing the joy on the faces of your loyal subjects and the happiness that this has given to you, brought tears of joy to my family and I. Yesterday's festivities were splendiferous! All the best Your Majesty.
Bruce GW McAnsh, Canada

Her Majesty, the Queen Mother has always been a pillar of strength and determination

Irene Dillon, Malta

Her Majesty, the Queen Mother has always been a pillar of strength and determination. The Royal Family has indeed suffered disappointments and severe criticism, yet I am sure that this fire of inner strength which has always guided the Queen Mother, has reflected throughout these moments of great trial. She is indeed a wonderful example of strength, fortitude and peace. May God bless her and protect her.
Irene Dillon, Malta

When I saw the images of you visiting the ruins of London caused by German bombs in World War II, I understood why you have had such a long life. I hope you live many years to tell us what is right and what is wrong.
Francisco José Rodríguez, Spain

You are respected, admired and loved

Dudley Stone, USA

As a survivor of the London blitz - now an American citizen, I can still remember how inspired we all were by the presence of you and the King in London during Britain's "finest hour". You are respected, admired and loved. Happy birthday, Madame.
Dudley Stone, USA

I think everyone should follow you and be spurred by what an example you have set to all of us. Happy Birthday Ma'am!
Mhairi Toole age 12, Scotland

Our best wishes will be with our beloved Queen Mother this August 4th. May God bless her and keep her well.
The British Centre, Mexico

Congratulations to Her Majesty, the Queen Mum for her 100 birthday
Harry Breman, Holland

It is nice to hear that you are celebrating your 100th birthday, you are a symbol of pride for Britain and for the Commonwealth.
Mustehsan Jamil, Pakistan

Poland wishes you a Happy Birthday - an ordinary greeting for an extraordinary person.
Pawel, Poland

I will always remember the day in the 50's when my mother, walking to the post office, saw an official car slow down and the window roll down. The Queen Mother was on her way to the Cheltenham Races and took time to wave to the only person in the street, my mum. What a true lady. My mum never forgot that day. Thanks Ma'am for giving her that special greeting. I wish my mum was still around to help you celebrate.
Maggie, USA

I would like to congratulate Queen Elizabeth for reaching 100 years not because she is Queen Mother or royal but just for that 100 years of survival!
Zackcjk, Poland

Wishing you a very Happy Birthday. May the Almighty bless you and the Royal Family with good health and a long life to keep and protect the United Kingdom.
Karim Mangani, Iran

Congratulations in reaching the marvellous age of 100. You are a tower of strength to us all. Let's hope you will celebrate many more birthdays this century.
Howard Surfleet, Bermuda

We owe you an immense debt of gratitude

D. C. Sidaway, USA

For your efforts during the darkest days of the war, your strength and assistance to your husband, the late King George, for the unceasing work on behalf of the charities, of which you are a patron, for your perpetual charm and winning smile. We owe you an immense debt of gratitude. The respect and love of the people of Britain and of the rest of the world have been well earned and truly deserved. May I offer the traditional greeting, A HAPPY BIRTHDAY and many many more.
D. C. Sidaway, USA

Congratulations to a must remarkable woman - Her Majesty the Queen Mother! You have lead an interesting life, and have inspired all sorts of people. You have done a great deal of wonderful work not only for Great Britain, but also for all of us around the world!
James Sterling, USA

A very happy birthday to you from all your admirers in Ireland.
Michele Power, Ireland

You are loved on both sides of the Atlantic. I hope I am as healthy as you are when I reach 100.
Elisabeth Evans, USA

The world community appropriately pays tribute to a regal personage

Janice Ford, USA

I wish a most festive and happy birthday commemoration to a remarkable woman. The world community appropriately pays tribute to a regal personage, a person who personifies and epitomises the royal monarchy. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Queen Mum and many, many more.
Janice Ford, USA

Dear Madam, it is with great pleasure that my wife and I wish you a happy birthday and many happy returns of the day.
Emanuela and Marco Piovaz, Italy

Have a wonderful Birthday. We know you will share it with your family which always fills special days with memories that last forever. Happy Birthday!
The Reeve Family, USA

Congratulations on your 100th birthday!
Tuula Koskinen, Finland

You visited my bombed-out school during the blitz to see all us kids before we were evacuated

Nathan Rosenberg, Israel

A woman of worth who can find for her price is far above rubies. Majesty you are truly Majestic. From the moment I first saw you at Windsor before the war and then again when you visited my bombed-out school during the blitz to see all us kids before we were evacuated. Majesty God bless you.
Nathan Rosenberg, Israel

I am proud to continue to share in the best British traits which you have so gracefully and elegantly modelled for us all

Chris Cradock, USA

Your Majesty, we send our best wishes and utmost respect; My son Courtney, Daughter Kayla and my wife Judy. As an Englishman abroad, I am proud to continue to share in the best British traits which you have so gracefully and elegantly modelled for us all. Thank you good lady. May you continue in this world as long as you may wish, for we know you will be in our hearts forever.
Chris Cradock, USA

Congratulations on your 100th birthday. I express my admiration for your strength of character, the commitment to duty and your adherence to faith in the midst of all that your have been through in scoring your grand century. Best wishes and prayers.
Ruth, India

I look forward to being in your parade today
Eleanor Peters, UK

A wonderful achievement. I applaud your courage and dignity in the face of so much media hostility. Rest assured they don't speak for the majority of us. Keep going!!
Annette Rogers, England

I am grateful of having the joy to congratulate ''Our Queen as my little Brazilian grand daughter in England calls Queen Mother'.
Roseli Gertum Becker, Brasil

You are the most popular member of Royal Family in all our hearts.
Our sincere respects to the Queen Mother and wishing her a great happy 100th Anniversary. It is remarkable! God Bless You!
Swamy Shivananda, Germany

Happy Birthday Queen Mum. Britons and all the world are fortunate to have you all these years. God Bless You.
Vincent Frisina, USA

HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Sarn School Junior Class, Wales

All our sincere respects to the Queen Mother and wishing her a very happy 100th Anniversary.
Omer Cataloglu, France

A century is short for a spirit that reigns forever

David Christopher C. Cruz, Philippines

To HRH the Queen Mother - a century is short for a spirit that reigns forever, in British minds and in the hearts of the world. Happy Birthday!!!
David Christopher C. Cruz, Philippines

Although wealth can contribute to longevity, it is the blessing of God that has enabled you to live through a century and still look so great. All the women in Liberia join me in wishing you a happy birthday, and pray for God's continued blessings upon you.
Gindy, Liberia

Happy Birthday, your Majesty. Thank you for your support during those difficult times. You embodied the British spirit with dignity and style. God bless you Ma'am!
Jim Brown, The Hague, The Netherlands

Happy birthday to you from Sion, Ashley, Thomas, Joanne, Robert, Tanya, Liam, Nathan, Lee, Libby, Keiron, Adam, Mrs Lake and Mrs Beaumont.
Infant Class, Sarn School, Wales

Congratulations, and hope to emulate you in three years time - I am 97.
Gwilym Griffiths, Wales

All the way from a small island called La-Digue - Travis and Trina Mills would like to wish you a happy 100th birthday and many, many more. Hope your day will be special just like you are. May this day bring you lots of joy and happiness for the rest of your life. Happy birthday!
Travis and Trina Mills, Seychelles

We may be miles apart, but in our hearts we wish you well

Graham Wood, Canada

May you live another 100 years - you have been an inspiration to all of us. We may be miles apart, but in our hearts we wish you well. Thank you for being there.
Graham Wood, Canada

Happy birthday Queen Mother - I love you.
Azita, Iran

May I, as an ex pat, extend my congratulations to you. I hope you have a wonderful day. You are a gracious lady.
Ken McKinnon Paterson, South Africa

Best wishes for your special day. I wish that I could be home in the UK for it, but thanks to the BBC we will see the highlights here.
Heather M Young, Zambia

Best wishes to an amazing lady on her 100th birthday.
Joanna Sandmeyer, Switzerland

A wonderful woman, who has always acted with charm and kindness to all through peace and war. Happy birthday!
Jenie, Australia

Congratulations to the most sympathetic lady of the Royal Family. I wish her all the best for the coming years as well.
Krista, Finland

Happy birthday Queen Mother. I'm a Norwegian admirer who wishes you all the best.
Helge Mikkelsen, Norway

It is remarkable that the Queen Mother has guided Britain though all those years

Kim, Keunsoo, Korea

It is remarkable that the Queen Mother has guided Britain though all those years. I would like cheer and celebrate the coming 100th birthday of the Mother of Britain.
Kim, Keunsoo, Korea

Congratulations and best wishes to a wonderful lady!! You are a remarkable woman and I wish you many more happy and healthy years.
Carol Taylor, Canada

Wishing you a joyous birthday and may the good Lord give you peace of heart and mind now and forever.
Mary O'Boyle, New Zealand

At the moment I am in Australia, but would like to wish you a very happy Birthday and will be watching on the big day. Enjoy every minute - you deserve it.
Penny Wadsworth, Australia

Throughout my life I watch this charming lady as a living icon of dignity and sympathy! Congratulations Queen Mother and be with us for another 100 years!
Paulo Eymael, Brazil

I was a child in Cardiff when we had our worst blitz. All night it went on and when dawn came and the noise stopped, by 10 am you and your husband were standing at the end of my street. God Bless you for that and a big thank you from me.
Shanne Cano, USA

Long live the Queen Mother.
Ashu Hans, India

Happy Birthday, Queen Mother! May you continue to enjoy happiness and health.
Avv. Matelda Lo Fiego, Milano Italy

May your birthday be as special as you are.
Erin Callaghan, USA

Best Wishes. England is lucky to have you.
Michael Maupin, USA

The Queen Mother is a source of inspiration for millions of youngsters in India and around the world. We were touched by your generosity when you visited India. The whole nation salutes the great Mother.
Jyothi and Mahadevan, India

I am British, living in Colorado, USA. When I was 5 years old, the Queen Mother came to visit my school in Fulham, London. I remember curtseying, and she asked me; "If I liked the kindergarten"? A day I will always remember. Happy Birthday, Queen Mother!
Deborah Parkes, USA

Your 100th Birthday is a special day for you but others want to show they're happy for you too. May God bless you and be near you on this special day and keep you in His loving care along life's future way.
Joyce Stewart, Northern Ireland

May the Lord our God keep you safe in his arms, give you the joy of His presence and let you know His great love every coming day. God bless you, Queen Mum!
Karsten and Flavia Berger, Germany

Happy birthday to a wonderful lady who has graced our lives with such dignity

Ursula McKinlay, USA

Happy birthday to a wonderful lady who has graced our lives with such dignity. May she continue to enjoy health and happiness.
Ursula McKinlay, USA

Wishing you a happy birthday and many, many more to celebrate.
Isatou Camara Darboe, The Gambia

Did the Queen Mother get a telegram from her daughter, hand-delivered with the morning cornflakes along with the gas bill and an invitation to apply for a Barclaycard?
Neil G, UK

Best wishes for your 100th Birthday Queen Mum - may you enjoy many more. I am sure that we will all be celebrating with you on this very special day.
Rita, England

A class act - what an amazing lady.
Mark M. Newdick, USA/ UK

I fully support the idea of a national holiday for the Queen Mothers' 100th birthday. For one day we can share how she has passed her entire life: Not working.
Nick G, UK

Happy Birthday Queen Mum you and all your family are much loved here in NZ.
Clara Williams, New Zealand

You have set an example for us all to follow throughout the world as a person that is admired, respected and loved

Paul Onorato, United States

My congratulations on your 100th Birthday. You have set an example for us all to follow throughout the world as a person that is admired, respected and loved. May you celebrate many more wonderful years with your family. Once again, HAPPY BIRTHDAY MADAM!
Paul Onorato, United States

Happy 100th Birthday, Queen Mum. And many more good years to come.
Angie, Singapore

Your warmth and courage has touched us all here in this Commonwealth nation

Matthew Shields, Canada

On behalf of myself and all Canadians, I would like to wish you a very blessed hundredth birthday. Your warmth and courage has touched us all here in this Commonwealth nation, and I truly hope you continue to live a happy life with God's eternal blessings. With much love and affection.
Matthew Shields, Canada

It's wonderful for all of us that she is a century. Of course it was her Scottish upbringing that allowed her to present such a gracious face to the world on all occasions
Donald MacKinnon Stuart, Canada

I am Brit living in the USA and I think the Queen Mother is the world's favourite grandmother - happy birthday your majesty...
Anita Mohan, USA

You have certainly lived through an interesting (and crazy) century

Jeff, USA

To have reached your hundredth birthday is quite an achievement. You have certainly lived through an interesting (and crazy) century. I pray that your hundredth birthday is your greatest yet and that all Britons share in the celebration.
Jeff, USA

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