The duty of a sovereign is never lighter nor heavier than at... - Queen Victoria

"The duty of a sovereign is never lighter nor heavier than at any other time."

Queen Victoria Leadership

Monarch, Queen British 1819–1901

More from Queen Victoria

"I am most anxious to enlist everyone who can speak or write to join in this great and holy cause of beseeching protection of the poor."

"We are not amused."

"Great events make me quiet and calm; it is only trifles that irritate my nerves."

"Life is composed but of trifles."

"A leader must be fair and just."

"Integrity is everything."

"One must take responsibility for one's environment."

"In this house, I make the decisions"