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“I was very religious when I was younger. I went to a seminary for three years, studied to be a priest, and um, so that sort of natural idealism just um sort of carried over into my feelings about joining the army.”

Quote by Peter P. Mahoney

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Peter P. Mahoney

Peter P. Mahoney was an individual active in the 19th century, whose specific profession and field remain unknown. He was born on June 25, 1848, and passed away on March 27, 1889. Detailed information about him is limited. more

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