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I came from such a simple origin, without any great privilege, and I would say I also wanted to make a mark.
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"I came from such a simple origin, without any great privilege, and I would say I also wanted to make a mark. It wasn't until I was about 15 that I appeared in a race"

- Roger Bannister

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Roger Bannister's quote talks to the power of determination and effort. He was born into a simple background with no fantastic benefit, yet he still wanted to make a mark. He was driven to be successful and strove to attain his objectives. At the age of 15, he entered his very first race, revealing that he wanted to take threats and put in the effort to reach his goals. This quote is a testimony to the power of effort and dedication, and serves as a motivation to those who originate from modest starts. It shows that no matter where you originate from, you can still attain great things if you want to put in the effort. Roger Bannister's quote is a suggestion that with effort and commitment, anything is possible.

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Roger Bannister This quote is written / told by Roger Bannister somewhere between March 23, 1929 and today. He was a famous Athlete from United Kingdom. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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