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Quote by Ralph Marston

“There's nothing that says you have to succeed in the same way as someone else. In fact, there's nothing that says you must define success in the same way as someone else.”

Quote by Ralph Marston

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Ralph Marston, born on February 16, 1907, and died on December 7, 1967, was a renowned football player. His exceptional performance and leadership in football made him a legend of his time. more

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