She also spoke of the incredible work National Health Service employees are doing on the front lines of fighting COVID-19. "I want to thank everyone on the NHS front line, as well as care workers and those carrying out essential roles, who selflessly continue their day-to-day duties outside the home in support of us all," she said.
In addition to her words of appreciation, the Queen offered another signal of solidarity to those doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals working tirelessly to save patients and stop the spread of this disease during tonight's broadcast.
For her speech, which was filmed at Windsor Castle, the Queen chose to wear a dress in a very particular shade of turquoise.