Barbarism Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte

“This year has begun hopefully for right thinkers. After all these centuries of feudal barbarism and political slavery, it is surprising to see how the word of 'liberty' sets minds on fire.” quote by Napoleon Bonaparte — Download Open image

“This year has begun hopefully for right thinkers. After all these centuries of feudal barbarism and political slavery, it is surprising to see how the word of 'liberty' sets minds on fire.”

Napoleon Bonaparte

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