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"Free men have arms; slaves do not"

- William Blackstone

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This quote by William Blackstone is a powerful statement about the significance of liberty and the power of arms. It implies that having arms is an essential right of totally free guys, and that those who are not totally free do not have this right. This quote is a tip that liberty is not something to be considered approved, which it is important to protect it. It likewise works as a caution that those who are not totally free should not be denied of their right to bear arms. This quote is a suggestion that flexibility is something that should be defended and defended, which those who are not complimentary ought to not be rejected the right to protect themselves. It is a reminder that freedom is something that must be safeguarded and safeguarded, which those who are not complimentary need to not be denied the right to bear arms.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by William Blackstone between July 10, 1723 and February 14, 1780. He/she was a famous Judge from England. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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