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You come to realize that life is short, and you have to step up. Don't feel sorry for me. Much is expected of those who are strong.

Arthur Ashe

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Arthur Ashe
Age: 49 †
Born: 1943
Born: July 10
Died: 1993
Died: February 6
Military Officer
Tennis Player
Richmond
Virginia
Arthur Robert Ashe
Jr.
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Strong
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Expected
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Feels
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Much
Short
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