The strength of an empire is tested not in moments of plenty... - Vespasian

"The strength of an empire is tested not in moments of plenty, but in times of scarcity."

Vespasian Strength

Emperor General Ancient Rome 9–79

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"I wish I had never been emperor."

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

"It is the nature of man to desire peace."

"What a king I am leaving behind me!"

"Strength comes from within."

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

"A strong woman can overcome anything."

"The only thing I'm good at is killing."