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“If it's about the lives of my soldiers at stake, I'd go through hell with a gasoline can.”

Quote by Allen West

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Allen West, born on February 7, 1961, is a former United States Representative. He has had a distinguished career in both the military and political sectors, serving as a commanding officer in the Iraq War and holding various political positions. more

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