Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte
A throne is only a bench covered with velvet. - Napoleon Bonaparte

A throne is only a bench covered with velvet. – Napoleon Bonaparte

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I have nothing against the Queen of England. Even in my heart I never resented her for not being Jackie Kennedy. She is, to my mind, a very gallant lady, victimized by whoever it is who designs the tops of her uniforms. – Leonard Cohen

I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility and to discharge my duties as King as I would wish to do without the help and support of the woman I love. I now quit altogether public affairs, and I lay down my burden. – Edward VIII

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