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In battle it is the cowards who run the most risk bravery is a rampart of defense.

Sallust

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Sallust
Ancient Roman Historian
Ancient Roman Military Personnel
Ancient Roman Politician
Poet
Politician
Writer
Gaius Sallustius Crispus
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Rampart
Cowards
Bravery
Coward
Defense
Battle

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