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There were few who preferred honor to money.

Sallust

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Sallust
Ancient Roman Historian
Ancient Roman Military Personnel
Ancient Roman Politician
Poet
Politician
Writer
Gaius Sallustius Crispus
Preferred
Honor
Money

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