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Former U.S. Representative

James F. Byrnes was a prominent American politician who served as a U.S. Representative. He held several key positions during his career, including U.S. Attorney General, Governor of South Carolina, and Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. Byrnes is best known for his role as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom during World War II.

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“I have come to Germany to learn at first hand the problems involved in the reconstruction of Germany and to discuss with our representatives the views of the United States Government as to some of the problems confronting us.”

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“I hope that the German people will never again make the mistake of believing that because the American people are peace-loving, they will sit back hoping for peace if any nation uses force or the threat of force to acquire dominion over other peoples and other governments.”

People Ifs Believe Use Government Force Nations Mistake Threat Acquire Dominion

Book:Speaking Frankl.y

Source: Speaking Frankl.y

“The nearest approach to immortality on earth is a government bureau.”

Government Earth Approach Immortality

Book:Spealing Frankly

Source: Spealing Frankly

About the Author

Born: May 2, 1882
Died: April 9, 1972
Known for: Former U.S. Representative
Quotes: 21

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