In remembering the appalling suffering of war on both sides, we recognise how precious is the peace we have built in Europe since 1945.

True patriotism doesn't exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.

Madam President, speaking here in Dublin Castle it is impossible to ignore the weight of history, as it was yesterday when you and I laid wreaths at the Garden of Remembrance.

Like all the best families, we have our share of eccentricities, of impetuous and wayward youngsters and of family disagreements.

This new power, which has proved itself to be such a terrifying weapon of destruction, is harnessed for the first time for the common good of our community.

It's all to do with the training: you can do a lot if you're properly trained.

1992 is not a year I shall look back on with undiluted pleasure. In the words of one of my more sympathetic correspondents, it hasturned out to be an Annus Horribilis.