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   From: HenHanna@devnull.tb   
      
   Strictly Speaking:      The Victorian Era began on June 20, 1837, when   
   Queen Victoria ascended the throne.   
      
   Broader View:       Some consider the era to encompass the social and   
   cultural changes that began around 1820 and continued until the outbreak   
   of World War I (1914).       This broader view acknowledges the   
   significant shifts happening before Victoria's reign and their lasting   
   impact.   
      
   _______________________   
      
   Fortes fortuna adiuvat (Fortune favors the bold) - This could highlight   
   her perceived strong leadership.   
      
   Regina prudens (A wise queen) - This directly praises her wisdom.   
      
   Felix regnum Victoriae (The fortunate reign of Victoria) - This   
   emphasizes the prosperity associated with her rule.   
      
      
   _______________________ VR   
      
   Victoria Regina:     This was a historical abbreviation used during   
   Queen Victoria's reign (1837-1901). It appeared on official documents,   
   coins, and mailboxes.   
      
   --- SoupGate-Win32 v1.05   
    * Origin: you cannot sedate... all the things you hate (1:229/2)