“"Let there be no inscription upon my tomb. Let no man write my epitaph. No man can write my epitaph. I am here ready to die. I am not allowed to vindicate my character; and when I am prevented from vindicating myself, let no man dare calumniate me. Let my character and motives repose in obscurity and peace, till other times and other men can do them justice.”
Quote by Robert Emmet
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Robert Emmet
Robert Emmet was an Irish nationalist born on March 4, 1778, and died on September 20, 1803. He is known for his significant role in the Irish independence movement. more
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