William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham Quotes

The poorest man may in his cottage bid defiance to all the forces of the Сrown. It may be frail - its roof may shake - the wind may blow through it - the storm may enter - the rain may enter - but the King of England cannot enter.

William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham

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• The poorest man may in his cottage bid defiance to all the forces of the Сrown. It may be frail - its roof may shake - the wind may blow through it - the storm may enter - the rain may enter - but the King of England cannot enter.

  

  William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham
  • Rain
  • Storm
  • Shakes