“In my letter confirming my employment, Your Majesty, you claimed you...” – Anna Leonowens, Anna and the King ... Movie Quotes Database

In my letter confirming my employment, Your Majesty, you claimed you wanted Siam to take its place among the nations of the modern world. You spoke of building something greater than yourself. A country where no man is above the law. Which is why I chose to come here.

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