In the proclamation, I am referred to as Alexandrina Victoria. But I do not like the name Alexandrina. From now on I wish to be called… Victoria.
I know that I’m young. And some would say my sex puts me at a disadvantage. But I know my duty, and I assure you I am ready for the great responsibility that lies before me.
I find myself in a difficult position. I am a Queen and a wife. And to be a Queen I must rule. Yet, to be a wife, it seems I must submit.
A man’s imperfections are considered part of his character, whereas a woman’s flaws are evidence of her unsuitability.
The public are won over by resolve. If you believe in something firmly enough, they will too.
Men only call women mad when they are doing something inconvenient.
It is hard to be dignified when your feet are six inches from the floor.
It is a mistake to make one’s mind up about a thing before one’s tried it.
I want them to love me. Otherwise, what is the point?[about people]
However many mistakes I have made, or perhaps I’m yet to make, I know I am a better monarch than you could ever be.[to Cumberland]
Every woman sometimes dreams of escape.
Am I simply a vessel to be protected because I am carrying precious cargo?[to Albert]
