The Lord Bastard Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 During my ASOIAF re-read something occurred to me. I wonder what the protocol is when you're in the presence of the Queen of England. What do you have to say to her? Do you have to do anything particular like go to one knee? It got me thinking about protocol and courtesy in general. Is there some sort of book where you can learn it all? The things that got me thinking were... "You are very kind to say so." Bran at a Winterfell feat sending over dishes of food to certain Lords so that they could have the first portion. The lines Bran has memorized such as "May your summers be long and your harvest plentiful." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maltaran Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 1 hour ago, The Lord Bastard said: During my ASOIAF re-read something occurred to me. I wonder what the protocol is when you're in the presence of the Queen of England. What do you have to say to her? Do you have to do anything particular like go to one knee? If you're ever in the position where you officially meet the queen, one of her staff will speak to you beforehand to tell you what to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigima Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 There are etiquette manuals, yes. More formal etiquette than the good manners that (I hope) you were taught growing up are likely to be out of place in situations that don't call for that level of formality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kairparavel Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 3 hours ago, The Lord Bastard said: I wonder what the protocol is when you're in the presence of the Queen of England. What do you have to say to her? Do you have to do anything particular like go to one knee? 2 hours ago, Maltaran said: If you're ever in the position where you officially meet the queen, one of her staff will speak to you beforehand to tell you what to do. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvZkkdPrT7I&list=TL2Hd3tyqt2kNaLcEpmsk2xUMipbOheT6T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raja Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Don't you go "You're majesty" the first time and then "Ma'am"? ( 200 years of British colonisation has taught us well) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sologdin Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 the only etiquette owed monarchs and aristocrats is not executing them immediately as hostis humani generis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maarsen Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 5 minutes ago, sologdin said: the only etiquette owed monarchs and aristocrats is not executing them immediately as hostis humani generis. "Yo, Liz! Tumbrel be here! " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prue Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 21 hours ago, Raja said: Don't you go "You're majesty" the first time and then "Ma'am"? ( 200 years of British colonisation has taught us well) Well, if you were really taught to start addressing her with 'You are...', shouldn't it be "You are a majesty" or "You are majestic" ...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raja Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Pffft - I can't believe I made that mistake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Horse Named Stranger Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 I guess that's a good guideline. If you don't want to go down the path suggested by sologdin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PyroclasticFlow Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlDAcRdiI4A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iskaral Pust Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 If I ever met Mrs. Windsor socially, I would use the same courtesy for anyone else I meet. Perhaps speak a bit louder as a nod to her advanced years. I'd be embarrassed to pander to the general fawning in her direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pepper Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Yeah, same. I'm not going to pander to someone just because they were born. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravenhair Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 For US citizens, the protocol in a receiving line to meet a personage such as the Queen of England is to wait for her to extend her hand, and then you may extend yours. (You'll most likely be given instructions by her staff on matters such as the "don't touch" rule). US citizens should not bow or curtsy to this or any monarch. A good etiquette source book (that is US specific) is Emily Post's Etiquette. It is now in its 18th edition. Since I'm relying on an old 15th edition, I should update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polishgenius Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 My mum had the chance to meet the Queen once when she came to her work but she declined precisely coz she didn't want to faff around with the bowing and scraping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lily Valley Posted October 18, 2016 Share Posted October 18, 2016 On 10/16/2016 at 10:26 PM, Ravenhair said: For US citizens, the protocol in a receiving line to meet a personage such as the Queen of England is to wait for her to extend her hand, and then you may extend yours. (You'll most likely be given instructions by her staff on matters such as the "don't touch" rule). US citizens should not bow or curtsy to this or any monarch. A good etiquette source book (that is US specific) is Emily Post's Etiquette. It is now in its 18th edition. Since I'm relying on an old 15th edition, I should update. ^^^^This. I have a copy at home (seriously, Ravenhair, I DO! I just don't read it!). I do pull it out and dust it off when faced with a situation where I think I'll be out of my depth. It's a fascinating read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IheartIheartTesla Posted October 18, 2016 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Or everyone could just do as Michelle Obama did and give her a big ole hug. Looks like she needs it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weeping Sore Posted October 18, 2016 Share Posted October 18, 2016 Consult your protocol droid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hereward Posted October 18, 2016 Share Posted October 18, 2016 On 10/15/2016 at 3:54 PM, Maltaran said: If you're ever in the position where you officially meet the queen, one of her staff will speak to you beforehand to tell you what to do. One of her staff will offer advice on what people normally do if asked, but no-one is under any obligation to bow, curtsey, not speak first or not offer your hand first. The Queen, unlike her mother, will speak to you anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMightyKC Posted October 18, 2016 Share Posted October 18, 2016 What is this world coming too lol??? Our girls already have spots reserved at finishing school for situations like this. But @original poster you are so right that common courtesy is about as common as common sense!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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