Here lies a Proof that Wit can never be Defence enough against Mortality
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Here lies a Proof that Wit can never be Defence enough against Mortality
The means of defence against foreign danger have been always the instruments of tyranny at home. Among the Romans it was a standing maxim to excite a war, whenever a revolt was apprehended. Throughout all Europe, the armies kept up under the pretext of defending, have enslaved the people.
Muster your wits; stand in your own defence.
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