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Queen Elizabeth I: [slaps Sir Francis on the back of his head] Since when did we discuss private matters in public settings?
Sir Francis Walsingham: I ask your Majesty's forgiveness.
Queen Elizabeth I: Have my doctors confirm that the Queen is still fertile. People need to be reassured.
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King Philip ll of Spain: I sacrifice Spain's forests to build the greatest fleet that ever sailed. Elizabeth, why are you leading your people to hell? Whore.
Finn Morrell
Extended Reading
Elizabeth: The Golden Age quotes
