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Show my head to the people, it is worth seeing
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"Show my head to the people, it is worth seeing"

- Georges Jacques Danton

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Georges Jacques Danton was a French innovative leader throughout the French Revolution. He was an essential figure in the early stages of the transformation and is kept in mind for his well-known quote, "Show my head to the people, it is worth seeing." This quote is typically analyzed as a sign of Danton's guts and desire to accept the consequences of his actions. He wanted to face the consequences of his actions, even if it indicated death. This quote also shows Danton's dedication to the cause of the revolution and his desire to compromise himself for the higher good. He wanted to put his own life on the line in order to produce the modifications he thought in. Danton's quote is a tip of the nerve and dedication of those who defended the cause of the French Revolution. It is a tip of the value of defending what you believe in, even if it means dealing with the consequences. Danton's quote is a powerful suggestion of the importance of standing up for what is best and fighting for what you believe in.

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Georges Jacques Danton This quote is written / told by Georges Jacques Danton between October 26, 1759 and April 5, 1794. He was a famous Revolutionary from France. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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