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“No one loves armed missionaries; the first lesson of nature and prudence is to repulse them as enemies.”

Quote by Maximilien Robespierre

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Maximilien Robespierre

Maximilien Robespierre was a French lawyer and revolutionary politician who played a significant role in the French Revolution. He is best known for his leadership of the Committee of Public Safety, which was responsible for the Reign of Terror. more

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