Famous quote by Davy Crockett

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Heaven knows that I have done all that a mortal could do, to save the people, and the failure was not my fault, but the
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"Heaven knows that I have done all that a mortal could do, to save the people, and the failure was not my fault, but the fault of others"

- Davy Crockett

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Davy Crockett was a legendary American frontiersman and politician who fought in the War of 1812 and the Texas Revolution. In this quote, he is reviewing his efforts to conserve individuals he was accountable for. He is revealing his disappointment that in spite of his best shots, he was not able to conserve them due to the fault of others. This quote speaks with Crockett's sense of obligation and his commitment to doing all he might to safeguard those he was responsible for. It also speaks with his sense of honor and integrity, as he wants to take responsibility for the failure, even though it was not his fault. This quote is a testament to Crockett's character and his dedication to doing what was right, even in the face of difficulty.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Davy Crockett between August 17, 1786 and March 6, 1836. He/she was a famous Explorer from USA. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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