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LONDON, ENGLAND The Queen has used her Christmas Day broadcast to highlight the importance of reconciliation between people.
She spoke of the impact of the Scottish independence referendum, and also paid tribute to the moment German and British soldiers put down their weapons and met on Christmas Day 1914.
"Sometimes it seems reconciliation stands little chance... but the Christmas truce reminds us peace and goodwill have lasting power," she said ...
... The Queen described how the life of Jesus Christ was an "inspiration and an anchor in my life".
"Christ's example has taught me to seek to respect and value all people, of whatever faith or none," she said ...
• Read the rest of this BBC report and watch a video of the Queen's message ...
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