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All persons known to be of good character and of sound mind and…
Quote byJohn Brown · 1800–1859
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Provisional Constitution and Ordinances (1858), Article XLIII..
English (original)
All persons known to be of good character and of sound mind and suitable age, who are connected with this organization, whether male or female, shall be encouraged to carry arms openly.
— John Brown
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