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“I took my obligations from white men, not from negroes. When I have to accept negroes as brothers or leave masonry, I shall leave it”

Quote by Albert Pike

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Albert Pike was an American attorney, writer, explorer, and military commander. Born on December 29, 1809, and died on April 2, 1891. He is known for his contributions to the study of Native American culture, cryptography, and the history of the Mormon Church. more

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