John Paul Jones

Though I have drawn my sword in the present generous struggle for the rights of men, yet I am not in arms as an American, nor am I in pursuit of riches. My fortune is liberal enough, having no wife nor family, and having lived long enough to know that riches cannot ensure happiness.

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Happiness

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Albert Einstein 59

Happiness

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Gilbert K. Chesterton 60

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