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“The whites, too, shall pass - perhaps sooner than other tribes. Continue to contaminate your bed and you will one night suffocate in your own waste.”

Quote by Chief Seattle

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Chief Seattle, born in 1780 and died on June 7, 1866, was a historical figure of an unknown profession. Limited information is available about his life, achievements, and impact. more

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