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I recognize no Queen but my mother. But if the King's Mistress would…

Quote byMary I · 1516–1558

Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Said referring to one of King Henry VIII's new wives..

English (original)

I recognize no Queen but my mother. But if the King's Mistress would intercede with the King on my behalf, then I would be grateful.

— Mary I

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