"It's the women, you see. Most of England's great monarchs have been her queens. I am proud to be counted among their number," Elizabeth said. She was not only the daughter of a king and the mother of a (future) king, she was a queen in her own right. It was no small feat.

"I'm sorry, this is simply so fascinating for me. It's history come to life. It's my history come to life and it's something I never dreamed possible. I cannot help but be utterly intrigued by you."