Marie Antoinette

French queen, executed

Early Modern influential 91 sayings

Sayings by Marie Antoinette

I have no taste for politics.

1775 — Letter to her mother, Empress Maria Theresa
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The people are too easily excited.

1789 — Remark attributed to her during the early days of the French Revolution.
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I am tired of being a puppet.

c. 1780s — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her frustration with court life.
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My heart is broken, but I will not show it.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her stoicism during her trial.
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I have always been too good-hearted.

c. 1780s — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her self-perception.
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I am weary of this world.

1793 — Letter to her sister, Maria Carolina, shortly before her execution.
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I have never ceased to be a queen.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her dignity during her trial.
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I am not fond of ceremony.

1774 — Letter to her mother, Empress Maria Theresa
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I am surrounded by enemies.

1790 — Letter to her brother, Emperor Joseph II, during the Revolution.
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I wish I had been born a simple country girl.

c. 1780s — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her longing for a simpler life.
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I have no longer any hope.

1793 — Letter to her sister, Maria Carolina, shortly before her execution.
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I am prepared for anything.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her composure during her trial.
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My only consolation is that I have done my duty.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her self-justification.
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I die innocent.

1793 — Attributed, often cited as her final declaration.
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I have nothing more to say.

1793 — Her response when asked if she had anything further to add at her trial.
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I hope my son will be happier than I have been.

c. 1790s — Attributed, a sentiment often expressed in her letters concerning her children.
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I have always loved France.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her patriotism despite her Austrian origins.
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I forgive my enemies.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her Christian piety.
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I leave this world without regret.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in dramatic portrayals of her final moments.
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I have no fear of death.

1793 — Attributed, often cited in accounts of her composure during her execution.
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