Agreement Quote by Frederick the Great

“My people and I have come to an agreement which satisfied us both. They are to say what they please, and I am to do what I please.” quote by Frederick the Great — Download Open image

“My people and I have come to an agreement which satisfied us both. They are to say what they please, and I am to do what I please.”

Frederick the Great

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