Other kings let their ministers make their mistakes for them, but Louis insisted on making the important mistakes personally. - Will Cuppy

The Romans were stern and dignified, living hard, frugal lives and adhering to the traditional Latin virtues, gravitas, pietas, simplicitas, and adultery.

Whenever he [Charlemagne] decided to help somebody's morals, people would bury their small change and hide in the swamps and forests.

During part of her childhood, Elizabeth was illegitimate. In 1534, Parliament ruled that it was treason to believe her illegitimate. In 1536, it was treason to believe her legitimate. Signals were changed again in 1543, and again in 1553. After that you could believe anything.