The empire survives not by the strength of walls, but by the... - Vespasian

"The empire survives not by the strength of walls, but by the character of its citizens."

Vespasian Strength

Emperor General Ancient Rome 9–79

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"Friends, I have often heard that it is a hard thing to grow old."

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"A woman should be proud of who she is."

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