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“What you hold in your hand is proof of man's power - against which our strength means nothing. It has the force of 100 spears. I warn you, man's ingenuity goes hand-in-hand with their cruelty. No creature is as devious or violent.”

Quote by Charlton Heston

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Charlton Heston

Charlton Heston was an American actor renowned for his performances in films. Born on October 4, 1923, he passed away on April 5, 2008. Heston starred in numerous films, including 'The Ten Commandments', 'Cleopatra', and the 'Star Wars' series, winning multiple awards, including an Academy Award. more

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