Soldiers, I had lately like to have been taken from you by the attempt of a few desperate men, but by the grace and providence of the gods, I am still preserved.

Alexander the Great

Alexander the Great

Am Attempt Been Desperate Few Gods Grace Had I Am Lately Like Men Preserved Providence Soldiers Still Taken You

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