Queen Victoria quotes

Queen Victoria, born in 1819, was one of the most influential British monarchs. As the second longest-reigning queen, her rule from 1837 to 1901 marked the Victorian era. With a passion for progress, Queen Victoria spearheaded industrial advancements, leading to remarkable societal and economic growth. Her reign witnessed the expansion of the British Empire, adding diamonds of India to her crown. Queen Victoria's love for family defined her, earning her the title of the "Mother of Europe." Despite her stature, the queen led an austere lifestyle, admired for her dedication to public service. Explore more about the life and legacy of Queen Victoria, the remarkable ruler who left an indelible mark on British history.

Being pregnant is an occupational hazard of being a wife.

- Queen Victoria

We are not interested in the possibilities of defeat. They do not exist.

- Queen Victoria

I feel sure that no girl would go to the altar if she knew all.

- Queen Victoria

The Queen is most anxious to enlist everyone in checking this mad, wicked folly of 'Women's Rights'. It is a subject which makes the Queen so furious that she cannot contain herself.

- Queen Victoria

I think people really marry far too much; it is such a lottery after all, and for a poor woman a very doubtful happiness.

- Queen Victoria

For a man to strike any women is most brutal, and I, as well as everyone else, think this far worse than any attempt to shoot, which, wicked as it is, is at least more comprehensible and more courageous.

- Queen Victoria