Lady Diana, Princess of Hearts
Introduction
Catchphrase:
“Lady Diana Spencer, a gure of British royalty, is remembered not only for her position as
princess, but for her compassion, humanitarian commitment and special bond with the people.
She embodies the image of a modern princess, close to her people and ready to challenge the
codes of royalty. But why, after so many years, does her legacy remain so strong and present?”
Plan announcement:
“In this presentation, we will address:
1. Lady Diana's personal life and her role in the royal family.
2. Her humanitarian commitment and causes.
3. Her lasting impact and global legacy.”
I. Her personal life and role as princess
1. Origins and childhood :
Lady Diana Spencer was born into an aristocratic English family on July 1, 1961. Descended from
the Spencers, one of England's oldest and most respected families, she grew up in an
atmosphere of privilege, but also of misunderstanding and loneliness. As a teenager, she lived a
discreet life and was known for her shyness. She didn't go on to university, but took an early
interest in children and the arts.
2. Marriage to Prince Charles (1981):
At the age of 20, Diana married Prince Charles, heir to the throne of England, in 1981. The
wedding was a worldwide event, watched by millions of television viewers. Diana became “Her
Royal Highness the Princess of Wales”. At rst, the marriage was a fairytale, but little by little,
tensions began to build, not least because of Charles's relationship with Camilla Parker Bowles,
and the immense pressure exerted on Diana by the royal family and the media.
3. Life in the royal family and divorce:
Diana had two children, William (1982) and Harry (1984), and became an iconic public gure.
However, despite her perfect public image, she su ered from isolation and marital problems. In
1996, after several years of tension, Diana and Charles o cially separated, and their divorce was
nalized. Diana retained her title of princess, but lost her royal duties.
II. Her humanitarian commitment and causes
1. Health and well-being :
Diana used her fame to support causes close to her heart. One of her most striking actions was
her involvement in the ght against AIDS in the 1980s, at a time when the disease was poorly
understood and stigmatized. She was one of the rst public gures to shake hands with people
infected with HIV, breaking the fear and isolation associated with the disease.
2. Landmines:
In 1997, Diana made a landmark visit to Angola, where she walked through a eld of anti-
personnel mines, drawing attention to the dangers of these weapons. This image of her, wearing a
coat and safety shoes, went around the world. It helped raise international awareness and
prompted governments to sign the treaty banning the use of anti-personnel mines.
3. A princess at the heart of social causes:
Diana was also committed to causes linked to poverty, disadvantaged children and leprosy
su erers. Her humanitarian involvement was motivated by genuine compassion and a desire to
make the world a better place. She never hesitated to travel to hard-to-reach places to o er moral
support to the most vulnerable.
III. Her legacy and lasting impact
1. Her tragic death :
On August 31, 1997, Diana died in a car accident in Paris, while being pursued by paparazzi. Her
death shocked the world. The funeral, which took place a week later, was attended by millions of
mourners and watched by over 2.5 billion television viewers worldwide. His death left a huge void,
but his legacy lives on
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Introduction
Catchphrase:
“Lady Diana Spencer, a gure of British royalty, is remembered not only for her position as
princess, but for her compassion, humanitarian commitment and special bond with the people.
She embodies the image of a modern princess, close to her people and ready to challenge the
codes of royalty. But why, after so many years, does her legacy remain so strong and present?”
Plan announcement:
“In this presentation, we will address:
1. Lady Diana's personal life and her role in the royal family.
2. Her humanitarian commitment and causes.
3. Her lasting impact and global legacy.”
I. Her personal life and role as princess
1. Origins and childhood :
Lady Diana Spencer was born into an aristocratic English family on July 1, 1961. Descended from
the Spencers, one of England's oldest and most respected families, she grew up in an
atmosphere of privilege, but also of misunderstanding and loneliness. As a teenager, she lived a
discreet life and was known for her shyness. She didn't go on to university, but took an early
interest in children and the arts.
2. Marriage to Prince Charles (1981):
At the age of 20, Diana married Prince Charles, heir to the throne of England, in 1981. The
wedding was a worldwide event, watched by millions of television viewers. Diana became “Her
Royal Highness the Princess of Wales”. At rst, the marriage was a fairytale, but little by little,
tensions began to build, not least because of Charles's relationship with Camilla Parker Bowles,
and the immense pressure exerted on Diana by the royal family and the media.
3. Life in the royal family and divorce:
Diana had two children, William (1982) and Harry (1984), and became an iconic public gure.
However, despite her perfect public image, she su ered from isolation and marital problems. In
1996, after several years of tension, Diana and Charles o cially separated, and their divorce was
nalized. Diana retained her title of princess, but lost her royal duties.
II. Her humanitarian commitment and causes
1. Health and well-being :
Diana used her fame to support causes close to her heart. One of her most striking actions was
her involvement in the ght against AIDS in the 1980s, at a time when the disease was poorly
understood and stigmatized. She was one of the rst public gures to shake hands with people
infected with HIV, breaking the fear and isolation associated with the disease.
2. Landmines:
In 1997, Diana made a landmark visit to Angola, where she walked through a eld of anti-
personnel mines, drawing attention to the dangers of these weapons. This image of her, wearing a
coat and safety shoes, went around the world. It helped raise international awareness and
prompted governments to sign the treaty banning the use of anti-personnel mines.
3. A princess at the heart of social causes:
Diana was also committed to causes linked to poverty, disadvantaged children and leprosy
su erers. Her humanitarian involvement was motivated by genuine compassion and a desire to
make the world a better place. She never hesitated to travel to hard-to-reach places to o er moral
support to the most vulnerable.
III. Her legacy and lasting impact
1. Her tragic death :
On August 31, 1997, Diana died in a car accident in Paris, while being pursued by paparazzi. Her
death shocked the world. The funeral, which took place a week later, was attended by millions of
mourners and watched by over 2.5 billion television viewers worldwide. His death left a huge void,
but his legacy lives on
fi ff
fi fi fi fiff ffi fi fi fi ff
