Mary I of England quotes

Mary I of England was the first queen regnant of England, known for her attempt to restore Roman Catholicism. Her reign was marked by religious persecution and the execution of Protestant dissenters, earning her the nickname "Bloody Mary." She remains a controversial figure in British history. Here are 6 of her quotes:

Priest! Priest! Music! Music!

Mary I of England

When I am dead and opened, you shall find Calais lying in my head.

Mary I of England

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 of England

While my father lives I shall be only the Lady Mary, the most unhappy lady in Christendom.

Mary I of England

Her majesty, being now in possession of her imperial crown and estate pertaining to it, cannot forsake that faith that the whole world knows her to have followed and practiced since her birth; she desires, rather, by God's grace, to preserve it till her death; and she desires greatly that her subjects may come to embrace the same faith quietly and with charity, whereby she shall receive great happiness.

Mary I of England