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An enthusiast broods over the oppression of a people till he fancies himself commissioned by Heaven to liberate them. He ventures the attempt, which ends in little else than his own execution.
George Haven Putnam
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"An enthusiast broods over the oppression of a people till he fancies himself commissioned by Heaven to liberate them. He ventures the attempt, which ends in little else than his own execution."
— George Haven Putnam

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An enthusiast broods over the oppression of a people till he fancies himself commissioned by Heaven to liberate them. He ventures the attempt, which ends in little else than his own execution. — George Haven Putnam

About George Haven Putnam

George Haven Putnam was a Soldier from United States (1844–1930).

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This quote is attributed to George Haven Putnam, a Soldier from United States.
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George Haven Putnam lived from 1844 – 1930.