On the recordJanuary 1, 1776
The poor reflection of having served your king will yield you no consolation in your parting moments.
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Thomas Paine
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gutenberg.orgThomas Paine: “The poor reflection of having served your king will yield you no consolation in your parting moments.”
Editor's note · Context
Paine suggests that loyalty to a king will offer no solace at the end of life, especially when confronted with the consequences of one's actions.
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