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Allegiance Quote by Belle Boyd

“I hope that when I commence that oath, my tongue may cleave to the roof of my mouth. If I ever sign one line to show allegiance, I hope my arm falls paralyzed to my side…Get out. I'm so disgusted I can't endure your presence any longer.” quote by Belle Boyd — Download Open image

“I hope that when I commence that oath, my tongue may cleave to the roof of my mouth. If I ever sign one line to show allegiance, I hope my arm falls paralyzed to my side…Get out. I'm so disgusted I can't endure your presence any longer.”

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