I have taken my oath to God, and I will keep it.
Norman conquest of England
Attributed during his claim to the English throne and subsequent invasion.
c. 1066
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"No man in England should have land or lordship unless he had a charter from me."
Shocking"By the Splendour of God, I will not be swayed!"
Shocking"I am not so proud that I scorn the counsel of fools."
Strange & Unusual"I have taken England with both my hands."
Strange & Unusual"Hold! Hold! For by the Splendour of God, I have taken possession of my kingdom; the earth of England is in my two hands."
Strange & Unusual