Andrew Jackson quote: “I cannot consent that my mortal body…”

A quotation from the American president, Andrew Jackson

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I cannot consent that my mortal body shall be laid in a repository prepared for an Emperor or a King my republican feelings and principles forbid it the simplicity of our system of government forbids it.

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– Andrew Jackson –

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Andrew Jackson quote: “I cannot consent that my mortal body…”

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