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Animosity towards the merchant class has been around for centuries. Why? The goal of making a profit is quite obviously a self-serving motive. Other occupations, while equally self-serving, are better able to hide their motives.
James Cook
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James Cook
Age: 50 †
Born: 1728
Born: November 7
Died: 1779
Died: January 1
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